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Carleton, MI planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Carleton, MI (USDA hardiness zone 6b). Typical last spring frost around Apr 27, 2026 12 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 20, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 12, 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 Carleton, MI’s first frost (~Oct 20, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Carleton

48117

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