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Ames, OK planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Ames, OK (USDA hardiness zone 7a). Typical last spring frost around Apr 10, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 31, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 26, 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 Ames, OK’s first frost (~Oct 31, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Ames

73718

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