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When to Plant Blueberries in Dewey County, OK

Blueberries are long-lived shrubs producing sweet, antioxidant-rich berries. They require acidic soil and are attractive ornamental plants with fall color and spring flowers.

Dewey County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 13 and the first fall frost is October 24, giving you a growing season of approximately 194 days.

At an elevation of 745 feet, Dewey County receives approximately 28.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 93ยฐF, providing good warmth for Blueberries during the growing season.

Dewey County, OK (Zone 7a) Moderate season
194 days
Last Spring Frost April 13
194 growing days
First Fall Frost October 24

Dewey County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.2-7.2

Drainage

Well Drained

How Much Blueberries to Grow

5-10 lbs
Average yield per plant
2
Plants per person
4 sq ft
Space per person

For a family of 4, plant approximately 8 blueberries plants in about 16 sq ft. In Dewey County's 194-day season, you'll have plenty of time for a full harvest. Plan your garden layout →

Monthly Watering Guide for Blueberries

Blueberries needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Blueberries Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan โ€” 0.7" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Feb โ€” 1.1" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Mar โ€” 1.9" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Apr 4.3" 3" 1.3" ๐Ÿ’ง Light watering
May 4.3" 4.6" 0" โœ… Rainfall sufficient
Jun 4.3" 4.6" 0" โœ… Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 3.5" 0.8" ๐Ÿ’ง Light watering
Aug 4.3" 3.3" 1" ๐Ÿ’ง Light watering
Sep 4.3" 2.5" 1.8" ๐Ÿ’ง Light watering
Oct 4.3" 1.7" 2.6" ๐Ÿšฟ Regular watering
Nov โ€” 0.9" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Dec โ€” 0.8" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Aprโ€“Oct in Dewey County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall โ€” actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Blueberries Planting Timeline โ€” Dewey County, OK

Blueberries Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 4 May 4 โ€“ May 18

ยท 48" apart ยท Rows 72" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

โ˜€๏ธ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

๐Ÿ’ง Water

Moderate โ€” regular watering

๐Ÿ“… Days to Maturity

730โ€“1095 days

๐Ÿงช Soil pH

Needs 4.5โ€“5.5 ยท Your soil: N/A

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ USDA Zone

Zone 7a

๐Ÿ“† Growing Season

194 days in Dewey County

Growing Tips for Dewey County

Plant at least two varieties for cross-pollination. Acidify soil with sulfur or pine needle mulch to maintain pH 4.5-5.5. Protect ripening berries from birds with netting.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Blueberries in Dewey County, OK?

Dewey County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 13. Plan your Blueberries planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Dewey County, OK?

Dewey County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 13 and first fall frost is October 24.

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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 Dewey County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.