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When to plant Mulberries in Comanche County, KS

Plant Mulberries in Comanche County during the brief May 6–May 20 window. With 192 frost-free days, fall plantings can't mature before October 24.

When to Plant Mulberries in Comanche County, KS

Mulberries are fast-growing, long-lived trees that produce abundant sweet-tart berries over an extended harvest period. The berries resemble elongated blackberries.

Comanche County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and the first fall frost is October 24, giving you a growing season of approximately 192 days.

At an elevation of 695 feet, Comanche County receives approximately 28.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Mulberries during the growing season.

Comanche County, KS (Zone 6b) Moderate season
192 days
Last Spring Frost April 15
192 growing days
First Fall Frost October 24

Comanche County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Mulberries Planting Timeline — Comanche County, KS

Mulberries Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 6 May 6 – May 20

· 120" apart · Rows 144" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April
May Transplant Outdoors
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

730–1825 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 6b

📆 Growing Season

192 days in Comanche County

Growing Tips for Comanche County

Plant away from driveways and patios as fallen berries stain. Minimal pruning is needed. Harvest by shaking branches over a tarp. Birds love mulberries so plant extra.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Mulberries in Comanche County, KS?

Comanche County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 15. Plan your Mulberries planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Comanche County, KS?

Comanche County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and first fall frost is October 24.

When should I plant Mulberries in Comanche County, KS?

In Comanche County, KS, plant Mulberries after the last frost (around April 15) and before the first frost (around October 24). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Comanche County, KS for Mulberries?

Comanche County sits in USDA Zone 6b. Mulberries grows reliably in zones 4a through 9b, so it's a good fit here.

Can Mulberries grow in Comanche County's climate?

Yes — Mulberries grows well in Comanche County's temperate climate. Comanche County averages a 192-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 15 and first frost around 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 Comanche County, KS. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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