When to Plant Lingonberries in Osage County, OK
Lingonberries are low-growing evergreen shrubs producing small, tart red berries used in Scandinavian cuisine. They thrive in acidic soil and cold climates.
Osage County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and the first fall frost is October 27, giving you a growing season of approximately 204 days.
At an elevation of 492 feet, Osage County receives approximately 23.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Lingonberries during the growing season.
Osage County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Lingonberries Planting Timeline — Osage County, OK
Lingonberries Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Transplant Outdoors | April 27 | Apr 27 – May 11 |
· 48" apart · Rows 72" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | Transplant Outdoors |
| 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 7a
📆 Growing Season
204 days in Osage County
Growing Tips for Osage 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.
Companion Planting
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Lingonberries in Osage County, OK?
Osage County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 6. Plan your Lingonberries planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Osage County, OK?
Osage County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and first fall frost is October 27.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Osage County (Zone 7a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.