Month planting calendar

What to plant in May in Columbus (43215)

In Columbus, ZIP 43215, zone 6b, here is what you can start indoors, transplant, or direct-sow in May, and what to wait on until later.

Source: columbus-port-columbus frost station, USDA zone 6b, last updated 2026-06-28. Verify locally before planting high-value crops because microclimates, current weather, and yard exposure can move the safe date.