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When to Plant Serviceberries in Moore County, TN

Serviceberries (saskatoons) are attractive native shrubs or small trees producing sweet, blueberry-like fruits. They have beautiful spring flowers and vibrant fall color.

Moore County, Tennessee is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 10 and the first fall frost is October 24, giving you a growing season of approximately 197 days.

At an elevation of 1,271 feet, Moore County receives approximately 42.9 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88ยฐF, providing good warmth for Serviceberries during the growing season.

Moore County, TN (Zone 7a) Moderate season
197 days
Last Spring Frost April 10
197 growing days
First Fall Frost October 24

Moore County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Serviceberries Planting Timeline โ€” Moore County, TN

Serviceberries Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 1 May 1 โ€“ May 15

ยท 120" apart ยท Rows 144" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
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April โ€”
May Transplant Outdoors
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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 5.5โ€“7 ยท Your soil: N/A

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ USDA Zone

Zone 7a

๐Ÿ“† Growing Season

197 days in Moore County

Growing Tips for Moore County

Plant in well-drained soil. Minimal pruning needed beyond removing dead wood. Protect fruit from birds with netting. Berries ripen in early summer and are excellent fresh or in pies.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Serviceberries in Moore County, TN?

Moore County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 10. Plan your Serviceberries planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Moore County, TN?

Moore County, Tennessee is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 10 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 Moore County, TN. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.