Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Old fort, OH, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Old fort, OH Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Old fort, OH
The average last frost date in spring for Old fort is January 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until January 19th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Old fort, OH
The average first frost date in fall for Old fort is October 15th. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Old fort, OH
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Old fort is approximately 283 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Old fort, OH Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Old fort, OH Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Butternut Squash (from January 12th to January 26th), direct sowing Cantaloupe (from January 12th to January 26th), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from January 5th to January 19th).
October
In October, recommended activities include starting Petunia seeds indoors (from October 27th to November 10th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from October 27th to November 10th), and starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from October 27th to November 10th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from November 24th to December 8th), starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from November 10th to November 24th), and starting Thyme seeds indoors (from November 10th to November 24th).
December
In December, recommended activities include direct sowing Sweet Pea (from December 8th to December 22nd), direct sowing Flax (from December 8th to December 22nd), and direct sowing Sorrel (from December 8th to December 22nd).