When to Plant Cranberries in Kenton County, KY
Cranberries are low-growing, vine-like shrubs that produce tart red berries in fall. They grow in acidic, boggy conditions and are surprisingly easy to cultivate.
Kenton County, Kentucky is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 18 and the first fall frost is October 23, giving you a growing season of approximately 188 days.
At an elevation of 3,323 feet, Kenton County receives approximately 44.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 87°F, providing good warmth for Cranberries during the growing season.
Kenton County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Cranberries Planting Timeline — Kenton County, KY
Cranberries Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Transplant Outdoors | May 9 | May 9 – May 23 |
· 36" apart · Rows 48" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | — |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
High — keep soil consistently moist
📅 Days to Maturity
730–1095 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 4–5.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6a
📆 Growing Season
188 days in Kenton County
Growing Tips for Kenton County
Create an acidic, consistently moist bed with peat moss. Cranberries do not need to be flooded to grow; flooding is only used for commercial harvesting. Mulch with sand in early spring.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Cranberries in Kenton County, KY?
Kenton County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 18. Plan your Cranberries planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Kenton County, KY?
Kenton County, Kentucky is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 18 and first fall frost is October 23.
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