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When to Plant Feverfew in Erie County, OH

Feverfew is a bushy perennial herb with small daisy-like flowers and aromatic leaves. It has been used traditionally for headache relief and is a cheerful garden plant.

Erie County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 27 and the first fall frost is October 22, giving you a growing season of approximately 178 days.

At an elevation of 723 feet, Erie County receives approximately 38.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 87°F, providing good warmth for Feverfew during the growing season.

Erie County, OH (Zone 6b) Moderate season
178 days
Last Spring Frost April 27
178 growing days
First Fall Frost October 22

Erie County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Feverfew Planting Timeline — Erie County, OH

Feverfew Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 4 May 4 – May 18
Harvest August 3 Aug 3 – Oct 19

Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April
May Transplant Outdoors
June
July
August Harvest
September Harvest
October Harvest
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Low — drought tolerant

📅 Days to Maturity

90–120 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 6b

📆 Growing Season

178 days in Erie County

Growing Tips for Erie County

Start seeds indoors or direct sow on the soil surface. Deadhead regularly to prevent aggressive self-seeding. Divide clumps every 2-3 years to maintain vigor.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Feverfew in Erie County, OH?

Erie County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 27. Plan your Feverfew planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Erie County, OH?

Erie County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 27 and first fall frost is October 22.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Erie County, OH. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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