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Aiken, SC planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Aiken, SC (USDA hardiness zone 8b). Typical last spring frost around Mar 19, 2026 14 days year to year), first fall frost around Nov 14, 202613 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 5, 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 Aiken, SC’s first frost (~Nov 14, 2026) — fastest first.

Month by month in Aiken, SC

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Understand your frost dates

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location in Aiken, SC (covering 3 ZIPs); your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.