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Hale, MI planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Hale, MI (USDA hardiness zone 5a). Typical last spring frost around May 23, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 26, 20269 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Jun 8, 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 Hale, MI’s first frost (~Sep 26, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Hale

48739

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