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Barton, MD planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Barton, MD (USDA hardiness zone 6b). Typical last spring frost around Apr 29, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 20, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 15, 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 Barton, MD’s first frost (~Oct 20, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Barton

21521

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