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Bates, OR planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Bates, OR (USDA hardiness zone 6b). Typical last spring frost around Jun 5, 2026 16 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 14, 202613 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Jun 25, 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 Bates, OR’s first frost (~Sep 14, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Bates

97817

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