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Planting calendar for ZIP 10550 (Mount Vernon, NY)

When to plant vegetables in Mount Vernon, NY (USDA hardiness zone 7b). Typical last spring frost around Apr 1, 2026 9 days year to year), first fall frost around Nov 16, 202613 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 12, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

See the full Mount Vernon, NY planting calendar for dates typical of the whole city.

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Understand your frost dates

Frost dates for ZIP 10550: NOAA 1991-2020 normals (USC00300961 BRONX, NY US). Your exact dates depend on your address and microclimate. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.