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Collins, NY planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Collins, NY (USDA hardiness zone 6a). Typical last spring frost around May 3, 2026 10 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 20, 202613 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 15, 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 Collins, NY’s first frost (~Oct 20, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Collins

14034

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