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Shelton, WA planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Shelton, WA (USDA hardiness zone 8b). Typical last spring frost around Apr 27, 2026 14 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 16, 202614 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 Shelton, WA’s first frost (~Oct 16, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Shelton

98584

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