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Carlsbad, TX planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Carlsbad, TX (USDA hardiness zone 8a). Typical last spring frost around Apr 6, 2026 16 days year to year), first fall frost around Nov 2, 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 Carlsbad, TX’s first frost (~Nov 2, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Carlsbad

76934

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