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When to Plant Grapes in Bollinger County, MO

Grapes are vigorous climbing vines producing clusters of sweet or wine-quality fruits. They require training on a trellis or arbor and annual pruning for best production.

Bollinger County, Missouri is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 8 and the first fall frost is October 27, giving you a growing season of approximately 202 days.

At an elevation of 1,095 feet, Bollinger County receives approximately 37.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 89ยฐF, providing good warmth for Grapes during the growing season.

Bollinger County, MO (Zone 6b) Long season
202 days
Last Spring Frost April 8
202 growing days
First Fall Frost October 27

Bollinger County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.4-7.1

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: Apr 23
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: Apr 29
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: May 14

Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.

Plant Water Budget

Plant needs
1.0″/week
Rainfall provides
0.8″/week
Watering frequency Natural rainfall sufficient
Season total 0 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 6/10 โ€” consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Grapes needs ~15,284 GDD — county provides 3,383 GDD May not mature

Grapes Planting Timeline โ€” Bollinger County, MO

Grapes Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 29 Apr 29 โ€“ May 13

ยท 72" apart ยท Rows 96" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Moderate โ€” regular watering

Days to Maturity

730โ€“1095 days

Soil pH

5.5 โ€“ 7

USDA Zone

Zone 6b

Growing Season

202 days

Growing Tips for Bollinger County

Provide a strong trellis system. Prune heavily in late winter while dormant. Thin fruit clusters for larger berries. Good air circulation prevents fungal diseases.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Cabbage
  • Radish

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Grapes in Bollinger County, MO?

Bollinger County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 8. Plan your Grapes planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Bollinger County, MO?

Bollinger County, Missouri is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 8 and first fall frost is October 27.

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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 Bollinger County, MO. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.