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When to Plant Anemones in Trumbull County, OH

Trumbull County, Ohio Zone 6a June

June in Trumbull County, Ohio — your action list

A quick June briefing for Trumbull County, Ohio gardeners — what's urgent, what's next, and what can wait.

Avg. last frost May 4
Avg. first frost October 17
Soil temp (4") 70°F
Watering Low
Pest pressure High
Daylight 15 hrs
  1. Sow anemones in trays indoors

    Your window is short. These crops want several weeks of indoor growth before they go outside.

  2. Bring in the anemones

    If you can't use it all right away, check the food-preservation section of your planner.

July prep starts now
  • First harvests: anemones

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Poppy anemones (Anemone coronaria) produce vivid, poppy-like flowers with striking black centers, in shades of red, blue, purple, white, and bicolor. A cool-season cut flower favorite, they thrive in the mild overlap between winter's end and summer's arrival. In mild-winter zones (7+), fall planting yields a spectacular mid-spring bloom flush that florists prize. In colder zones, spring planting produces summer flowers. The 'Meron' and 'Moissonnier' series dominate commercial cut flower production; 'De Caen' and 'St. Brigid' are standard home garden strains.

Trumbull County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 4 and the first fall frost is October 17, giving you a growing season of approximately 166 days.

At an elevation of 651 feet, Trumbull County receives approximately 34.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Anemones during the growing season.

Bulb Blooms in Spring Pollinator-friendly Deer-resistant Good for cutting
Trumbull County, OH (Zone 6a) Moderate season
166 days
Last Spring Frost May 4
166 growing days
First Fall Frost October 17

Trumbull County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.7-7.3

Drainage

Well Drained

Anemones Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (102 days to spare)
Start indoors: Mar 31 Transplant: Apr 28 🌸 Bloom: Jun 2 – Jun 30
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (103 days to spare)
Start indoors: Apr 6 Transplant: May 4 🌸 Bloom: Jun 8 – Jul 6
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (97 days to spare)
Start indoors: Apr 24 Transplant: May 22 🌸 Bloom: Jun 26 – Jul 24

Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.

Soil Compatibility in Trumbull County

How your county's soil matches Anemones's growing requirements.

Soil pH

Your soil pH (5.7–7.3) overlaps with Anemones's range (5.5–6.5), though not a perfect match.

Soil Texture

The silt loam soil in Trumbull County is excellent for Anemones — good drainage, moisture retention, and nutrient holding capacity.

Organic Matter

Organic matter is moderate (3.8%). Annual compost additions will help Anemones.

How to Plant Anemones

3"
Planting Depth
5"
Between Plants
6"
Between Rows

Anemones Water Budget

Plant needs
1.0″/week
Rainfall provides
0.9″/week
You supply
0.1″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 212 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 6/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Monthly Watering Guide for Anemones

Anemones needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Anemones Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 1.3" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 1.4" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 2.2" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 3.2" 0" ❄️ Dormant
May 4.3" 4.4" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jun 4.3" 4.7" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 4" 0.3" 💧 Light watering
Aug 4.3" 3.2" 1.1" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 3.6" 0.7" 💧 Light watering
Oct 4.3" 2.5" 1.8" 💧 Light watering
Nov 2.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 1.8" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (May–Oct in Trumbull County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Anemones Heat Requirements (GDD)

What are Growing Degree Days (GDD)?

Growing Degree Days measure the total warmth your plants receive during the growing season. Think of it as a "heat bank" — every day above 50°F deposits warmth that helps your plants grow.

Each plant needs a certain amount of accumulated heat to mature. If your county provides more GDD than the plant needs, it's a great fit. If it's close, you may want to choose faster-maturing varieties or start seeds indoors to get a head start.

Anemones needs ~1,522 GDD — county provides 2,407 GDD Excellent fit

Anemones Planting Timeline — Trumbull County, OH

Anemones Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors April 6 Apr 6 – Apr 20
Transplant Outdoors May 4 May 4 – May 18
Bloom June 8 Jun 8 – Jul 6

Plant 3" deep · 5" apart · Rows 6" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Start Indoors
May Transplant Outdoors
June Bloom
July Bloom
August
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

1"/week · Only during dry spells

📅 Days to Maturity

90–120 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–6.5 · Your soil: acceptable

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 6a

📆 Growing Season

166 days in Trumbull County

Growing Tips for Anemones in Trumbull County

Direct sow Anemones outdoors after May 04 in Trumbull County when soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.

General growing tips

Soak corms in tepid water for 2–4 hours before planting to rehydrate them. Plant 2–3 inches deep with the flat or rough side down (corms are irregular). Space 4–6 inches apart. Anemones are cool-season plants — they need cool temperatures to set buds; summer heat causes dormancy. In zones 7+, fall planting allows corms to root through winter and bloom in March–April. In zones 5–6, start corms indoors 4 weeks before last frost, then transplant after danger of hard freeze passes. In zones 9–10b, plant from October through January for a succession of blooms. After bloom, allow foliage to die back; corms can be lifted, dried, and stored in a cool, dry place through summer.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Anemones in Trumbull County, OH?

Trumbull County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of May 4. Plan your Anemones planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Trumbull County, OH?

Trumbull County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 4 and first fall frost is October 17.

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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 Trumbull County, OH. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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