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Elk Park, NC planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Elk Park, NC (USDA hardiness zone 6b). Typical last spring frost around May 6, 2026 12 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 14, 202610 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 21, 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 Elk Park, NC’s first frost (~Oct 14, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Elk Park

28622

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