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When to Plant Lingonberries in Logan County, OH

Lingonberries are low-growing evergreen shrubs producing small, tart red berries used in Scandinavian cuisine. They thrive in acidic soil and cold climates.

Logan County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is April 24 and the first fall frost is October 19, giving you a growing season of approximately 178 days.

At an elevation of 829 feet, Logan County receives approximately 38.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 83ยฐF, so choose short-season varieties of Lingonberries to ensure they mature before fall.

Logan County, OH (Zone 5b) Moderate season
178 days
Last Spring Frost April 24
178 growing days
First Fall Frost October 19

Logan County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.1-7.2

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: May 7
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: May 15
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: Jun 1

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
0.9″/week
You supply
0.1″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 165 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

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

Lingonberries needs ~11,178 GDD — county provides 2,180 GDD May not mature

Lingonberries Planting Timeline โ€” Logan County, OH

Lingonberries Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 15 May 15 โ€“ May 29

ยท 48" apart ยท Rows 72" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
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May Transplant Outdoors
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December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

Water

Moderate โ€” regular watering

Days to Maturity

730โ€“1095 days

Soil pH

4.5 โ€“ 5.5

USDA Zone

Zone 5b

Growing Season

178 days

Growing Tips for Logan County

Amend soil with peat and pine needle mulch for acidity. Plant 12 inches apart as a ground cover. Berries ripen in late summer. Requires minimal pruning.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Lingonberries in Logan County, OH?

Logan County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of April 24. Plan your Lingonberries planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Logan County, OH?

Logan County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is April 24 and first fall frost is October 19.

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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 Logan County, OH. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.