When to Plant Swiss Chard in Ohio
In a typical Ohio location, sow outdoors Apr 1 – Apr 15. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 18 in Cleveland and as late as Apr 17 in Girard.
Fairly cold-hardy; direct sow 1-3 weeks before last frost. Tolerates light frost in fall too.
Swiss Chard Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow |
|---|---|
| Columbus | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Cleveland | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Cincinnati | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Toledo | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Akron | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Dayton | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Parma | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Canton | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Youngstown | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Lorain | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Hamilton | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Springfield | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
| Kettering | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Elyria | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Lakewood | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Cuyahoga Falls | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Middletown | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Newark | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Euclid | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Mentor | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Mansfield | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Beavercreek | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Dublin | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Cleveland Heights | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Strongsville | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Fairfield | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Findlay | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Warren | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Lancaster | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Grove City | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 203 Ohio cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Ohio cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Swiss chard in Ohio?
In a typical Ohio location, sow outdoors Apr 1 – Apr 15. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 18 in Cleveland and as late as Apr 17 in Girard.
When is the last frost in Ohio?
The average last spring frost in Ohio ranges from April 8 in Cleveland to May 8 in Girard, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do Swiss chard take to grow?
Swiss Chard typically take 50–60 days from planting to harvest. Fairly cold-hardy; direct sow 1-3 weeks before last frost. Tolerates light frost in fall too.
Other Crops in Ohio
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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