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Benton, MS planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Benton, MS (USDA hardiness zone 8b). Typical last spring frost around Mar 4, 2026 18 days year to year), first fall frost around Nov 24, 202617 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Mar 27, 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 Benton, MS’s first frost (~Nov 24, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Benton

39039

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