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Atco, NJ planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Atco, NJ (USDA hardiness zone 7a). Typical last spring frost around Apr 28, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 15, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 14, 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 Atco, NJ’s first frost (~Oct 15, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Atco

08004

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