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Ephrata, WA planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Ephrata, WA (USDA hardiness zone 6b). Typical last spring frost around Apr 22, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 17, 202610 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 6, 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 Ephrata, WA’s first frost (~Oct 17, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Ephrata

98823

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