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Vegetables vary widely in their preferred growing conditions and tolerance to temperature extremes, both cold and hot. Understanding the local frost-free period aids in selecting appropriate planting dates. This publication uses U.S. Department of Agriculture Plant Hardiness Zones for guidance in selecting planting dates for spring-and fall-planted vegetables for the home garden in Virginia.  \nIn addition, this guide suggests approximate amounts of each crop to plant based on family size and preferences, along with guidelines on plant spacing and the amount of seed or number of plants needed per 10 feet of row.  \nWhen to Plant  \nSee the Virginia Hardiness Zone map below to identify your area’s USDA hardiness zone. The map indicates the average last spring frost and first killing frost date for each hardiness zone.  \nRefer to the Recommended Planting and Harvest Date chart labeled for your USDA hardiness zone to find recommended planting periods and anticipated harvest periods for various crops.  \nVirginia Hardiness Zone Map  \nZone 7a  \nLast Spring Frost: 4/15 – 4/25  \nZone 7b  \nLast Spring Frost: 4/5 – 4/15  \nFirst Fall Frost: 10/25 – 11/5  \n[www.ext.vt.edu](www.ext.vt.edu)  \nRecommended Planting and Harvest Dates  \nHardiness Zone 6a  \nRecommended Planting and Harvest Dates  \nRefer to the legend at the bottom of the chart to determine when it is appropriate to plant and harvest each vegetable, based on the last and first killing frost date for your region. Actual last and first killing frost dates will vary due to local conditions and yearly temperature fluctuations. Planting and harvest periods are represented as a 10-day range. 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