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Westminster, MA planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Westminster, MA (USDA hardiness zone 6a). Typical last spring frost around May 2, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 13, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 16, 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 Westminster, MA’s first frost (~Oct 13, 2026) — fastest first.

Month by month in Westminster, MA

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ZIP codes in Westminster

01473

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