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When to Plant Raspberries in Regina, SK

Raspberries

Raspberries are beloved bramble fruits producing sweet, delicate berries in red, golden, black, and purple varieties. They spread by underground runners and are very productive.

Regina, Saskatchewan is in USDA Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 16 and the first fall frost is October 3, giving you a growing season of approximately 140 days.

At an elevation of 1,893 feet, Regina receives approximately 15.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly dark brown chernozem soil. Summer highs average 70°F, so choose short-season varieties of Raspberries to ensure they mature before fall. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Raspberries successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.

Regina, SK (Zone 4a) Short season
140 days
Last Spring Frost May 16
140 growing days
First Fall Frost October 3

Regina Soil Profile

Soil Type

Dark Brown Chernozem

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Raspberries Planting Timeline — Regina, SK

Raspberries Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors June 13 Jun 13 – Jun 27

· 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 5.5–6.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 4a

📆 Growing Season

140 days in Regina

Growing Tips for Regina

Provide a trellis for support. Prune summer-bearing types by removing spent canes after harvest. For ever-bearing types, mow all canes in late winter for a single fall crop.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Potatoes
  • Tomatoes

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Raspberries in Regina, SK?

Regina is in Zone 4a with an average last frost of May 16. Plan your Raspberries planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Regina, SK?

Regina, Saskatchewan is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 16 and first fall frost is October 3.

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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 Regina, SK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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