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Sterling, VA planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Sterling, VA (USDA hardiness zone 7b). Typical last spring frost around Apr 13, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 26, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 29, 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 Sterling, VA’s first frost (~Oct 26, 2026) — fastest first.

Month by month in Sterling, VA

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Understand your frost dates

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