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Planting calendar for ZIP 96150 (South Lake Tahoe, CA)

When to plant vegetables in South Lake Tahoe, CA (USDA hardiness zone 6b). Typical last spring frost around Jun 7, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 28, 202614 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Jun 23, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

See the full South Lake Tahoe, CA planting calendar for dates typical of the whole city.

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Understand your frost dates

Frost dates for ZIP 96150: NOAA 1991-2020 normals (USC00262119 DAGGET PASS, NV US). Your exact dates depend on your address and microclimate. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.