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Hessel, MI planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Hessel, MI (USDA hardiness zone 5a). Typical last spring frost around Jun 1, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 21, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Jun 17, 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 Hessel, MI’s first frost (~Sep 21, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Hessel

49745

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