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Hay Springs, NE planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Hay Springs, NE (USDA hardiness zone 5a). Typical last spring frost around May 15, 2026 9 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 24, 202610 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 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 Hay Springs, NE’s first frost (~Sep 24, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Hay Springs

69347

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