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Keene, NH planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Keene, NH (USDA hardiness zone 5b). Typical last spring frost around May 14, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 1, 202610 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 Keene, NH’s first frost (~Oct 1, 2026) — fastest first.

Month by month in Keene, NH

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ZIP codes in Keene

03431

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