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When to Plant Raspberries in Kerr County, TX

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.

Kerr County, Texas is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 24 and the first fall frost is November 11, giving you a growing season of approximately 232 days.

At an elevation of 3,907 feet, Kerr County receives approximately 52 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 93°F, providing good warmth for Raspberries during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Raspberries root diseases.

Kerr County, TX (Zone 8b) Long season
232 days
Last Spring Frost March 24
232 growing days
First Fall Frost November 11

Kerr County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Raspberries Planting Timeline — Kerr County, TX

Raspberries Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 14 Apr 14 – Apr 28

· 24" apart · Rows 72" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Transplant Outdoors
May
June
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 8b

📆 Growing Season

232 days in Kerr County

Growing Tips for Kerr County

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 Kerr County, TX?

Kerr County is in Zone 8b with an average last frost of March 24. Plan your Raspberries planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Kerr County, TX?

Kerr County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 24 and first fall frost is November 11.

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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 Kerr County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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