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Max, MN planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Max, MN (USDA hardiness zone 3b). Typical last spring frost around May 16, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 26, 202612 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 30, 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 Max, MN’s first frost (~Sep 26, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Max

56659

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