Frost dates for 44711 — Canton, OH
Last spring frostApr 24median date
First fall frostOct 26median date
Growing season185 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone6bZone 6b
How Canton compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Canton falls between April 10 and May 11, a 31-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 11 and November 8.
- The median last frost is the same as the Ohio median of Apr 24.
- Its 185-day growing season is longer than 64% 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 120 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Akron, OH, 33 km away, the last frost here is the same as there and the growing season is 2 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 10 |
| 50% (median) | April 24 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | May 11 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 11 |
| 50% (median) | October 26 |
| 90% (late) | November 8 |
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 Canton, OH
Frost dates for 44711 — Canton, OH — last frost Apr 24, first frost Oct 26, zone 6b. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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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 31 to Sep 28
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Mar 27 to Apr 10Sow outdoors: Mar 27 to Apr 10Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Sep 7
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Jul 20 to Aug 10
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 3 to Apr 17Plant for fall: Jul 20 to Aug 10
Start indoors: Feb 27 to Mar 13Transplant outside: Apr 10 to Apr 24Plant for fall: Jul 20 to Aug 10
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: Aug 3 to Aug 24
Sow outdoors: Mar 13 to Apr 3Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 21
Sow outdoors: Mar 20 to May 1Plant for fall: Sep 14 to Oct 5
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 3Transplant outside: May 8 to May 15Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 24
Start indoors: Mar 27 to Apr 3Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Aug 31
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: Aug 3 to Aug 17
Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Aug 31
Sow outdoors: Apr 3 to Apr 24
Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to May 8Plant for fall: Aug 17 to Aug 31
Sow outdoors: Apr 10 to May 1Plant for fall: Aug 31 to Sep 21
Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 22Plant for fall: Aug 10 to Aug 24
Sow outdoors: May 1 to May 15
Transplant outside: May 8 to May 29
Plant for fall: Oct 12 to Nov 16
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Canton, 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 31 – Sep 28 |
| Kale | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 | Aug 17 – Sep 7 |
| Broccoli | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Cabbage | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 | — | Jul 20 – Aug 10 |
| 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 | Aug 3 – Aug 24 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 13 – Apr 3 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 20 – May 1 | Sep 14 – Oct 5 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | May 8 – May 15 | May 1 – May 15 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | — | May 1 – May 15 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| 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 | Aug 3 – Aug 17 |
| Beets | — | — | Apr 3 – May 1 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Apr 3 – Apr 24 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Apr 10 – May 8 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Apr 10 – May 1 | Aug 31 – Sep 21 |
| Green Beans | — | — | May 1 – May 22 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | May 1 – May 15 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | May 8 – May 29 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 12 – Nov 16 |
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 Akron Canton Rgnl Ap, OH weather station, 13 km away (elevation 1,207 ft (368 m)).
ZIP codes in Canton: 44701 44702 44703 44704 44705 44706 44707 44708 44709 44710 44711 44714 44718 44721 44735 44750 44767 44799
Frost dates near Canton
- North Canton Apr 24 · Oct 26
- East Canton Apr 24 · Oct 26
- Massillon Apr 24 · Oct 26
- Middlebranch Apr 24 · Oct 26
- Louisville Apr 24 · Oct 26
- East Sparta Apr 30 · Oct 15
- Greentown Apr 24 · Oct 26
- Green Apr 24 · Oct 26
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Canton, OH?
The median last spring frost in Canton, 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 Canton, OH?
The median first fall frost is October 26, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 11.
How long is the growing season in Canton, OH?
About 185 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Canton, OH?
Canton, OH is in USDA hardiness zone 6b.