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When to Plant Serviceberries in Grant County, NE

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

Grant County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 13 and the first fall frost is October 5, giving you a growing season of approximately 145 days.

At an elevation of 689 feet, Grant County receives approximately 24.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 80°F, so choose short-season varieties of Serviceberries to ensure they mature before fall.

Grant County, NE (Zone 5a) Short season
145 days
Last Spring Frost May 13
145 growing days
First Fall Frost October 5

Grant County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Serviceberries Planting Timeline — Grant County, NE

Serviceberries Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors June 3 Jun 3 – Jun 17

· 120" apart · Rows 144" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

730–1095 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 5a

📆 Growing Season

145 days in Grant County

Growing Tips for Grant 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 Grant County, NE?

Grant County is in Zone 5a with an average last frost of May 13. Plan your Serviceberries planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Grant County, NE?

Grant County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 13 and first fall frost is October 5.

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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 Grant County, NE. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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