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Salt Flat, TX planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Salt Flat, TX (USDA hardiness zone 8a). Typical last spring frost around Apr 17, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 25, 202610 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 1, 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 Salt Flat, TX’s first frost (~Oct 25, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Salt Flat

79847

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