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Hookerton, NC planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Hookerton, NC (USDA hardiness zone 8b). Typical last spring frost around Mar 26, 2026 14 days year to year), first fall frost around Nov 12, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 12, 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 Hookerton, NC’s first frost (~Nov 12, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Hookerton

28538

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