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When to Plant Yarrow in Trumbull 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.

Trumbull County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 5b. 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 86ยฐF, providing good warmth for Yarrow during the growing season.

Trumbull County, OH (Zone 5b) 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

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✗ May not fit
Transplant: May 5 🍅 Harvest: Aug 4 – Oct 20
Recommended (50%) ✗ May not fit
Transplant: May 11 🍅 Harvest: Aug 10 – Oct 26
Safe Start (90%) ✗ May not fit
Transplant: May 29 🍅 Harvest: Aug 28 – Nov 13

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

Yarrow Planting Timeline โ€” Trumbull County, OH

Yarrow Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 11 May 11 โ€“ May 25
Harvest August 10 Aug 10 โ€“ Oct 26

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 โ€”
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 5b

Growing Season

166 days

Growing Tips for Trumbull 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 Trumbull County, OH?

Trumbull County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of May 4. Plan your Yarrow planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Trumbull County, OH?

Trumbull County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. 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: April 2026.