When to plant Cranberries in Scott County, KS
Plant Cranberries in Scott County during the brief May 16–May 30 window. With 173 frost-free days, fall plantings can't mature before October 15.
When to Plant Cranberries in Scott County, KS
Cranberries are low-growing, vine-like shrubs that produce tart red berries in fall. They grow in acidic, boggy conditions and are surprisingly easy to cultivate.
Scott County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 25 and the first fall frost is October 15, giving you a growing season of approximately 173 days.
At an elevation of 1,044 feet, Scott County receives approximately 25.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Cranberries during the growing season.
Scott County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Cranberries Planting Timeline — Scott County, KS
Cranberries Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Transplant Outdoors | May 16 | May 16 – May 30 |
· 36" apart · Rows 48" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | — |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
High — keep soil consistently moist
📅 Days to Maturity
730–1095 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 4–5.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6a
📆 Growing Season
173 days in Scott County
Growing Tips for Scott County
Create an acidic, consistently moist bed with peat moss. Cranberries do not need to be flooded to grow; flooding is only used for commercial harvesting. Mulch with sand in early spring.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Cranberries in Scott County, KS?
Scott County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 25. Plan your Cranberries planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Scott County, KS?
Scott County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 25 and first fall frost is October 15.
When should I plant Cranberries in Scott County, KS?
In Scott County, KS, plant Cranberries after the last frost (around April 25) and before the first frost (around October 15). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Scott County, KS for Cranberries?
Scott County sits in USDA Zone 6a. Cranberries grows reliably in zones 2a through 7b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Cranberries grow in Scott County's climate?
Yes — Cranberries grows well in Scott County's temperate climate. Scott County averages a 173-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 25 and first frost around October 15.
Your Scott County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Scott County (Zone 6a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.