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Pickens, WV planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Pickens, WV (USDA hardiness zone 6a). Typical last spring frost around Apr 25, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 19, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 11, 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 Pickens, WV’s first frost (~Oct 19, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Pickens

26230

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