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Spencer, TN planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Spencer, TN (USDA hardiness zone 7a). Typical last spring frost around Apr 21, 2026 14 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 19, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 8, 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 Spencer, TN’s first frost (~Oct 19, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Spencer

38585

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