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What to Plant in November — USDA Zone 6b

Here's everything you can start, transplant, sow, and harvest in November in USDA Zone 6b. This zone has an average last spring frost around April 3 and first fall frost around October 25, with a growing season of approximately 205 days.

There are 2 planting activities for November in Zone 6b.

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Zone 6b Long season
205 days
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Last Spring Frost April 3
➔ 205 growing days ➔
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First Fall Frost October 25

Where Is Zone 6b?

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Harvest in November

Plant Type Date Range Days to Maturity
Alpine Strawberries Fruit 90–180 days
Strawberries Fruit 90–365 days
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Other Months for Zone 6b

November Planting by State

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals, University Cooperative Extension planting guides. Planting dates are estimates based on average frost dates — local conditions may vary. Last updated: May 2026.

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