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Berlin, MA planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Berlin, MA (USDA hardiness zone 6b). Typical last spring frost around May 2, 2026 9 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 6, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 13, 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 Berlin, MA’s first frost (~Oct 6, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Berlin

01503

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