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When to Plant Blueberries in Sublette County, WY

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.

Sublette County, Wyoming is in USDA Zone 3b. The average last spring frost is June 22 and the first fall frost is August 24, giving you a growing season of approximately 63 days.

At an elevation of 5,005 feet, Sublette County receives approximately 22.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 81ยฐF, so choose short-season varieties of Blueberries to ensure they mature before fall.

Sublette County, WY (Zone 3b) Very short season
63 days
Last Spring Frost June 22
63 growing days
First Fall Frost August 24

Sublette County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.7-7.8

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 Sublette County's 63-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€” 1.8" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Feb โ€” 1.5" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Mar โ€” 2.1" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Apr โ€” 2.6" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
May โ€” 2.5" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Jun 4.3" 1.5" 2.8" ๐Ÿšฟ Regular watering
Jul 4.3" 2.2" 2.1" ๐Ÿ’ง Light watering
Aug 4.3" 2.1" 2.2" ๐Ÿšฟ Regular watering
Sep โ€” 1.7" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Oct โ€” 2" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Nov โ€” 1.4" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Dec โ€” 1.4" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant

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

Blueberries Planting Timeline โ€” Sublette County, WY

Blueberries Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors July 20 Jul 20 โ€“ Aug 3

ยท 48" apart ยท Rows 72" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February โ€”
March โ€”
April โ€”
May โ€”
June โ€”
July Transplant Outdoors
August Transplant Outdoors
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 3b

๐Ÿ“† Growing Season

63 days in Sublette County

Growing Tips for Sublette 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 Sublette County, WY?

Sublette County is in Zone 3b with an average last frost of June 22. Plan your Blueberries planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Sublette County, WY?

Sublette County, Wyoming is in USDA Hardiness Zone 3b. The average last spring frost is June 22 and first fall frost is August 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 Sublette County, WY. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.