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When to Plant Grapes in Uinta County, WY

Grapes

Grapes are vigorous climbing vines producing clusters of sweet or wine-quality fruits. They require training on a trellis or arbor and annual pruning for best production.

Uinta County, Wyoming is in USDA Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is June 17 and the first fall frost is August 31, giving you a growing season of approximately 75 days.

At an elevation of 5,768 feet, Uinta County receives approximately 23.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 82°F, so choose short-season varieties of Grapes to ensure they mature before fall.

Uinta County, WY (Zone 5a) Very short season
75 days
Last Spring Frost June 17
75 growing days
First Fall Frost August 31

Uinta County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Grapes Planting Timeline — Uinta County, WY

Grapes Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors July 8 Jul 8 – Jul 22

· 72" apart · Rows 96" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

730–1095 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 5a

📆 Growing Season

75 days in Uinta County

Growing Tips for Uinta County

Provide a strong trellis system. Prune heavily in late winter while dormant. Thin fruit clusters for larger berries. Good air circulation prevents fungal diseases.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Cabbage
  • Radish

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Grapes in Uinta County, WY?

Uinta County is in Zone 5a with an average last frost of June 17. Plan your Grapes planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Uinta County, WY?

Uinta County, Wyoming is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is June 17 and first fall frost is August 31.

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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 Uinta County, WY. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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