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When to Plant Blueberries in LaMoure County, ND

Blueberries are long-lived shrubs producing sweet, antioxidant-rich berries. They require acidic soil and are attractive ornamental plants with fall color and spring flowers.

LaMoure County, North Dakota is in USDA Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 11 and the first fall frost is September 29, giving you a growing season of approximately 141 days.

At an elevation of 999 feet, LaMoure County receives approximately 21.9 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 84ยฐF, so choose short-season varieties of Blueberries to ensure they mature before fall.

LaMoure County, ND (Zone 4a) Short season
141 days
Last Spring Frost May 11
141 growing days
First Fall Frost September 29

LaMoure County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.3-7.6

Drainage

Well Drained

How Much Blueberries to Grow

5-10 lbs
Average yield per plant
2
Plants per person
4 sq ft
Space per person

For a family of 4, plant approximately 8 blueberries plants in about 16 sq ft. In LaMoure County's 141-day season, you'll have plenty of time for a full harvest. Plan your garden layout →

Monthly Watering Guide for Blueberries

Blueberries needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Blueberries Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan โ€” 0.5" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Feb โ€” 0.8" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Mar โ€” 1.7" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Apr โ€” 2.4" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
May 4.3" 3.5" 0.8" ๐Ÿ’ง Light watering
Jun 4.3" 3.3" 1" ๐Ÿ’ง Light watering
Jul 4.3" 2.8" 1.5" ๐Ÿ’ง Light watering
Aug 4.3" 2.4" 1.9" ๐Ÿ’ง Light watering
Sep 4.3" 1.9" 2.4" ๐Ÿšฟ Regular watering
Oct โ€” 1.4" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Nov โ€” 0.7" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Dec โ€” 0.5" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Mayโ€“Sep in LaMoure County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall โ€” actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Blueberries Planting Timeline โ€” LaMoure County, ND

Blueberries Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors June 8 Jun 8 โ€“ Jun 22

ยท 48" apart ยท Rows 72" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

โ˜€๏ธ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

๐Ÿ’ง Water

Moderate โ€” regular watering

๐Ÿ“… Days to Maturity

730โ€“1095 days

๐Ÿงช Soil pH

Needs 4.5โ€“5.5 ยท Your soil: N/A

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ USDA Zone

Zone 4a

๐Ÿ“† Growing Season

141 days in LaMoure County

Growing Tips for LaMoure County

Plant at least two varieties for cross-pollination. Acidify soil with sulfur or pine needle mulch to maintain pH 4.5-5.5. Protect ripening berries from birds with netting.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Blueberries in LaMoure County, ND?

LaMoure County is in Zone 4a with an average last frost of May 11. Plan your Blueberries planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is LaMoure County, ND?

LaMoure County, North Dakota is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 11 and first fall frost is September 29.

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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 LaMoure County, ND. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.