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What to plant in October, zone 5b

In zone 5b, the typical last spring frost is May 1 and the first fall frost is October 10. Here is your October checklist.

Fall planting

Plant these for fall and overwintering this month:

  • GarlicOctober 17 to October 24

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These are zone 5b averages. Enter your ZIP for a calendar built on your nearest weather station.

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USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, 2023. USDA Agricultural Research Service / Oregon State University PRISM Group. NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Zone dates are medians; local conditions vary.