Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Van buren, OH, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Van buren, OH Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Van buren, OH
The average last frost date in spring for Van buren is February 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until February 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 Van buren, OH
The average first frost date in fall for Van buren is October 13th. 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 Van buren, OH
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Van buren is approximately 250 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.
Van buren, OH Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Van buren, OH Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Potato (from January 8th to January 22nd), direct sowing Calendula (from January 22nd to February 5th), and direct sowing Alfalfa (from January 8th to January 22nd).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Zucchini (from February 12th to February 26th), direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from February 19th to March 5th), and direct sowing Cosmos (from February 12th to February 19th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Begonia seeds indoors (from November 27th to December 11th), starting Leek seeds indoors (from November 27th to December 11th), and starting Geranium seeds indoors (from November 27th to December 11th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from December 11th to December 25th), direct sowing Spinach (from December 25th to January 8th), and starting Tomato seeds indoors (from December 11th to December 25th).