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Laurel Hill, NC planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Laurel Hill, NC (USDA hardiness zone 8a). Typical last spring frost around Mar 21, 2026 15 days year to year), first fall frost around Nov 14, 202613 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 9, 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 Laurel Hill, NC’s first frost (~Nov 14, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Laurel Hill

28351

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