Fleming, OH frost dates
Last spring frostApr 24median date
First fall frostOct 22median date
Growing season181 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6bZone 6b
How Fleming compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Fleming falls between April 11 and May 11, a 30-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 9 and November 2.
- The median last frost is the same as the Ohio median of Apr 24.
- Its 181-day growing season is longer than 52% of the 1,063 Ohio places with a regular frost season (state median 180 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 6b, where the median is Apr 22.
- The weather station records an average of 123 nights a year at or below 32°F.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 11 |
| 50% (median) | April 24 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 11 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 9 |
| 50% (median) | October 22 |
| 90% (late) | November 2 |
Frost here means 32°F (0°C). A median date means half of years have their last frost earlier and half later.
Planting calendar for Fleming, OH
Fleming, OH frost dates — last frost Apr 24, first frost Oct 22, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
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Start indoors: Jan 30 to Feb 13Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22
Start indoors: Feb 13 to Feb 27Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: May 1 to May 15
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 24
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Sep 3
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Jul 16 to Aug 6
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Jul 16 to Aug 6
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Jul 16 to Aug 6
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: May 15 to May 29Sow outdoors: May 15 to May 29
Start indoors: Mar 13 to Mar 27Transplant outside: May 1 to May 15
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Jul 30 to Aug 20
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 17
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to May 1Plant for fall: Sep 10 to Oct 1
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 3Transplant outside: May 8 to May 15Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 20
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 3Transplant outside: May 8 to May 22
Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to May 1Plant for fall: Jul 30 to Aug 13
Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to Apr 24
Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to May 8Plant for fall: Aug 13 to Aug 27
Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 27 to Sep 17
Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 22Plant for fall: Aug 6 to Aug 20
Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15
Transplant outside: May 8 to May 29
Plant for fall: Oct 8 to Nov 12
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Fleming, OH
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 30 – Feb 13 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | May 8 – May 22 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 13 – Feb 27 | May 8 – May 22 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | May 1 – May 15 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | Mar 27 – May 1 | Aug 27 – Sep 24 |
| Kale | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Aug 13 – Sep 3 |
| Broccoli | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — | Jul 16 – Aug 6 |
| Cabbage | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — | Jul 16 – Aug 6 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — | Jul 16 – Aug 6 |
| Okra | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | May 15 – May 29 | May 15 – May 29 | — |
| Basil | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | May 1 – May 15 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 3 | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 3 | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 20 – May 1 | Sep 10 – Oct 1 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | May 8 – May 15 | May 1 – May 15 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | — | May 1 – May 15 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | — | May 1 – May 15 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | May 8 – May 22 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Apr 3 – May 1 | Jul 30 – Aug 13 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 3 – May 1 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 3 – Apr 24 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 10 – May 8 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 10 – May 1 | Aug 27 – Sep 17 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 1 – May 22 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 1 – May 15 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 8 – May 29 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 8 – Nov 12 |
Dates come from the median frost dates and common extension-service timing. Adjust for your soil temperature, microclimate and the varieties you grow.
About these dates
Based on 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Beverly Stp, OH weather station, 15 km away (elevation 623 ft (190 m)).
Frost dates near Fleming
- Barlow Apr 14 · Oct 30
- Watertown Apr 24 · Oct 22
- Vincent Apr 14 · Oct 30
- Waterford Apr 24 · Oct 22
- Marietta Apr 18 · Oct 27
- Cutler Apr 24 · Oct 22
- Belpre Apr 14 · Oct 30
- Lowell Apr 24 · Oct 22
- Little Hocking Apr 14 · Oct 30
- Coal Run Apr 24 · Oct 22
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Fleming, OH?
The median last spring frost in Fleming, OH is April 24. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after May 11, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Fleming, OH?
The median first fall frost is October 22, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 9.
How long is the growing season in Fleming, OH?
About 181 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Fleming, OH?
Fleming, OH is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.