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Bristol, SD planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Bristol, SD (USDA hardiness zone 4b). Typical last spring frost around May 6, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 4, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 20, 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 Bristol, SD’s first frost (~Oct 4, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Bristol

57219

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