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Branch, MI planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Branch, MI (USDA hardiness zone 5b). Typical last spring frost around May 17, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 7, 202614 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Jun 2, 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 Branch, MI’s first frost (~Oct 7, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Branch

49402

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