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🫐 Growing Blueberry in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Blueberry. Last frost: Apr 28. First frost: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor
Harvest
Mar 31Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 days)

Zone6a
Last FrostApr 28
First FrostOct 8
Season Length163 days
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceHeavy

When to Plant Blueberry in Zone 6a

Harvest: Mar 31

First harvest approximately Mar 31 (~365 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8). Blueberry can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Companion Planting

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