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Bad Axe, MI planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Bad Axe, MI (USDA hardiness zone 6a). Typical last spring frost around May 5, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 19, 202613 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 19, 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 Bad Axe, MI’s first frost (~Oct 19, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Bad Axe

48413

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