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Far Rockaway, NY planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Far Rockaway, NY (USDA hardiness zone 7b). Typical last spring frost around Apr 2, 2026 9 days year to year), first fall frost around Nov 14, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 13, 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 Far Rockaway, NY’s first frost (~Nov 14, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Far Rockaway

11691, 11693

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location in Far Rockaway, NY (covering 2 ZIPs); your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.