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Jackson, MT planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Jackson, MT (USDA hardiness zone 5a). Typical last spring frost around May 17, 2026 14 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 24, 202610 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Jun 3, 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 Jackson, MT’s first frost (~Sep 24, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Jackson

59736

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