When to plant blueberries in zone 5
In USDA zone 5, the last spring frost usually falls between Apr 10 and May 10. Plant around Apr 5 to May 18. Once established, expect to harvest around Jul 6 to Sep 4.
Zone 5 dates for blueberries
| Sow or plant outside | Apr 5 to May 18 |
|---|---|
| Harvest | Jul 6 to Sep 4 |
| Typical last spring frost | Apr 10 to May 10 |
| Typical first fall frost | around Oct 15 |
USDA zones measure winter cold, not frost dates, so these are typical dates for the zone. Towns in the same zone can be weeks apart.
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