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When to Plant Yarrow in Meigs County, OH

Yarrow is a drought-tolerant perennial herb with feathery foliage and flat-topped flower clusters in white, yellow, pink, or red. It attracts beneficial insects and is used in herbal medicine.

Meigs County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 24 and the first fall frost is October 22, giving you a growing season of approximately 181 days.

At an elevation of 843 feet, Meigs County receives approximately 37.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 89ยฐF, providing good warmth for Yarrow during the growing season.

Meigs County, OH (Zone 6a) Moderate season
181 days
Last Spring Frost April 24
181 growing days
First Fall Frost October 22

Meigs County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.2-7.1

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (9 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 23 🍅 Harvest: Jul 23 – Oct 8
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (6 days to spare)
Transplant: May 1 🍅 Harvest: Jul 31 – Oct 16
Safe Start (90%) ✗ May not fit
Transplant: May 23 🍅 Harvest: Aug 22 – Nov 7

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.

Plant Water Budget

Plant needs
0.5″/week
Rainfall provides
0.9″/week
Watering frequency Natural rainfall sufficient
Season total 0 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 6/10 โ€” consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Yarrow needs ~1,759 GDD — county provides 3,031 GDD Excellent fit

Yarrow Planting Timeline โ€” Meigs County, OH

Yarrow Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 1 May 1 โ€“ May 15
Harvest July 31 Jul 31 โ€“ Oct 16

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Low โ€” drought tolerant

Days to Maturity

90โ€“120 days

Soil pH

5.5 โ€“ 7

USDA Zone

Zone 6a

Growing Season

181 days

Growing Tips for Meigs County

Direct sow or start from divisions. Yarrow thrives in poor soil and is very drought-tolerant. Deadhead to encourage reblooming. Divide clumps every 3 years.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Yarrow in Meigs County, OH?

Meigs County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 24. Plan your Yarrow planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Meigs County, OH?

Meigs County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 24 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 Meigs County, OH. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.