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Bartlett, NE planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Bartlett, NE (USDA hardiness zone 5a). Typical last spring frost around May 4, 2026 12 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 8, 202612 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 19, 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 Bartlett, NE’s first frost (~Oct 8, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Bartlett

68622

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