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Sikeston, MO planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Sikeston, MO (USDA hardiness zone 7b). Typical last spring frost around Mar 26, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Nov 6, 202614 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 11, 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 Sikeston, MO’s first frost (~Nov 6, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Sikeston

63801

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