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Sparks, NE planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Sparks, NE (USDA hardiness zone 5a). Typical last spring frost around May 12, 2026 10 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 29, 202610 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 24, 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 Sparks, NE’s first frost (~Sep 29, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Sparks

69220

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