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When to Plant Corn in Cariboo, BC

Corn

Corn is a warm-season grass grown for its sweet ears, which are best eaten soon after harvest. It is wind-pollinated and must be planted in blocks for good kernel fill.

Cariboo, British Columbia is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 1 and the first fall frost is October 15, giving you a growing season of approximately 167 days.

At an elevation of 2,198 feet, Cariboo receives approximately 37.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly podzolic loam soil. Summer highs average 80°F, so choose short-season varieties of Corn to ensure they mature before fall.

Cariboo, BC (Zone 5b) Moderate season
167 days
Last Spring Frost May 1
167 growing days
First Fall Frost October 15

Cariboo Soil Profile

Soil Type

Podzolic Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

How Much Corn to Grow

1-2 ears
Average yield per plant
15
Plants per person
30 sq ft
Space per person

For a family of 4, plant approximately 60 corn plants in about 120 sq ft. In Cariboo's 167-day season, you'll have plenty of time for a full harvest. Plan your garden layout →

Corn Planting Timeline — Cariboo, BC

Corn Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow May 8 May 8 – May 29
Harvest July 10 Jul 10 – Sep 4

Plant 1" deep · 12" apart · Rows 36" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April
May Direct Sow
June
July Harvest
August Harvest
September Harvest
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

60–100 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 5b

📆 Growing Season

167 days in Cariboo

Growing Tips for Cariboo

Plant in blocks of at least 4 rows rather than single rows for proper pollination. Direct sow after soil reaches 60F. Side-dress with nitrogen when plants are knee-high.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Tomatoes
  • Celery

Check more plant combinations with our Companion Planting Checker →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Corn in Cariboo, BC?

Cariboo is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of May 1. Plan your Corn planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Cariboo, BC?

Cariboo, British Columbia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 1 and first fall frost is October 15.

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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 Cariboo, BC. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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