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When to Plant Lingonberries in Greene County, OH

Lingonberries are low-growing evergreen shrubs producing small, tart red berries used in Scandinavian cuisine. They thrive in acidic soil and cold climates.

Greene County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 23 and the first fall frost is October 19, giving you a growing season of approximately 179 days.

At an elevation of 515 feet, Greene County receives approximately 41.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Lingonberries during the growing season.

Greene County, OH (Zone 6b) Moderate season
179 days
Last Spring Frost April 23
179 growing days
First Fall Frost October 19

Greene County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Lingonberries Planting Timeline — Greene County, OH

Lingonberries Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 14 May 14 – May 28

· 48" apart · Rows 72" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

730–1095 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 4.5–5.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 6b

📆 Growing Season

179 days in Greene County

Growing Tips for Greene County

Amend soil with peat and pine needle mulch for acidity. Plant 12 inches apart as a ground cover. Berries ripen in late summer. Requires minimal pruning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Lingonberries in Greene County, OH?

Greene County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 23. Plan your Lingonberries planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Greene County, OH?

Greene County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 23 and first fall frost is October 19.

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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 Greene County, OH. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: August 2026.

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