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What to plant in October, zone 6a

In zone 6a, the typical last spring frost is April 29 and the first fall frost is October 16. Here is your October checklist.

Fall planting

Plant these for fall and overwintering this month:

  • GarlicOctober 23 to October 30

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These are zone 6a 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.