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When to Plant Boysenberries in Logan County, NE

Boysenberries are a cross between raspberries, blackberries, and loganberries, producing large, dark, intensely flavored berries. They are excellent for jams and pies.

Logan County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 13 and the first fall frost is October 2, giving you a growing season of approximately 142 days.

At an elevation of 854 feet, Logan County receives approximately 30.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 82°F, so choose short-season varieties of Boysenberries to ensure they mature before fall.

Logan County, NE (Zone 5b) Short season
142 days
Last Spring Frost May 13
142 growing days
First Fall Frost October 2

Logan County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Boysenberries Planting Timeline — Logan County, NE

Boysenberries Planting Calendar

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

· 24" apart · Rows 72" 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

365–730 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 5b

📆 Growing Season

142 days in Logan County

Growing Tips for Logan County

Provide strong trellising for vigorous canes. Prune spent canes to ground after harvest. Mulch heavily to retain moisture. Protect from wind to prevent cane damage.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Tomatoes

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Boysenberries in Logan County, NE?

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

What planting zone is Logan County, NE?

Logan County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 13 and first fall frost is October 2.

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

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