When to Plant Hardy Kiwi in Huron County, OH
Hardy kiwi produces grape-sized, smooth-skinned fruits eaten whole without peeling. Unlike fuzzy kiwi, it is extremely cold-hardy to -25F once established.
Huron County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 27 and the first fall frost is October 18, giving you a growing season of approximately 174 days.
At an elevation of 1,242 feet, Huron County receives approximately 32.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 87°F, providing good warmth for Hardy Kiwi during the growing season.
Huron County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Hardy Kiwi Planting Timeline — Huron County, OH
Hardy Kiwi Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Transplant Outdoors | May 18 | May 18 – Jun 1 |
· 72" apart · Rows 96" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | — |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | Transplant Outdoors |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
1095–1825 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 5.5–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6a
📆 Growing Season
174 days in Huron County
Growing Tips for Huron County
Plant male and female vines for pollination. Provide very strong trellising as vines become massive. Prune similarly to grapes. Protect young plants from late spring frost.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Hardy Kiwi in Huron County, OH?
Huron County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 27. Plan your Hardy Kiwi planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Huron County, OH?
Huron County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 27 and first fall frost is October 18.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Huron County (Zone 6a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.