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Andover, NH planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Andover, NH (USDA hardiness zone 5b). Typical last spring frost around May 14, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 29, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 28, 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 Andover, NH’s first frost (~Sep 29, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Andover

03216

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