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Ellis, KS planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Ellis, KS (USDA hardiness zone 6b). Typical last spring frost around Apr 25, 2026 10 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 17, 202610 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 7, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

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Still time to plant

As of today, these crops can still reach harvest before Ellis, KS’s first frost (~Oct 17, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Ellis

67637

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location in Ellis, KS (covering 1 ZIP); your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.