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Carnation, WA planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Carnation, WA (USDA hardiness zone 8b). Typical last spring frost around Mar 30, 2026 19 days year to year), first fall frost around Nov 7, 202616 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 23, 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 Carnation, WA’s first frost (~Nov 7, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Carnation

98014

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