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Frakes, KY planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Frakes, KY (USDA hardiness zone 7b). Typical last spring frost around Apr 18, 2026 12 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 24, 20269 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 3, 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 Frakes, KY’s first frost (~Oct 24, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Frakes

40940

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