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Elbe, WA planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Elbe, WA (USDA hardiness zone 8a). Typical last spring frost around Apr 24, 2026 16 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 15, 202618 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 14, 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 Elbe, WA’s first frost (~Oct 15, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Elbe

98330

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