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Hudson, NC planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Hudson, NC (USDA hardiness zone 8a). Typical last spring frost around Apr 7, 2026 15 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 31, 202610 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 26, 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 Hudson, NC’s first frost (~Oct 31, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Hudson

28638

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