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Planting calendar for ZIP 51360 (Spirit Lake, IA)

When to plant vegetables in Spirit Lake, IA (USDA hardiness zone 5a). Typical last spring frost around Apr 28, 2026 10 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 11, 202611 days).

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

See the full Spirit Lake, IA planting calendar for dates typical of the whole city.

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Understand your frost dates

Frost dates for ZIP 51360: NOAA 1991-2020 normals (USC00137859 SPIRIT LAKE, IA US). Your exact dates depend on your address and microclimate. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.