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Growing Zones for Cranberries

Gardening Guide: Cranberries Gardening Guide

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Growing Zones for Cranberries

By Bill Dugan, Executive Editor

Cranberries are unique plants that have specific growing requirements and are typically grown in certain regions known for their acidic, bog-like conditions. They are best suited for USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 2 to 7. Here are examples of U.S. states in each growing zone where cranberries can be grown:

Zone 2: Includes parts of:

  • Alaska
  • North Dakota
  • Montana

Zone 3: Some states in this zone are:

  • Minnesota
  • Wisconsin
  • Maine

Zone 4: Some states in this zone are:

  • Michigan
  • Vermont
  • New Hampshire

Zone 5: Some states in this zone are:

  • Massachusetts
  • Rhode Island
  • Pennsylvania

Zone 6: Some states in this zone are:

  • New York
  • New Jersey
  • Ohio

Zone 7: Some states in this zone are:

  • Virginia
  • Maryland
  • Delaware

Cranberries require a specific combination of acidic soil, ample water, and cool conditions to thrive. They are often grown in bogs or wetlands, and commercial cranberry cultivation is concentrated in specific regions known for these conditions.

Growing cranberries indoors is not practical due to their specific requirements. Cranberries require a unique ecosystem that is challenging to replicate indoors. They are typically grown in flooded fields or bogs, and their vines spread along the ground or float on water.

If you’re interested in growing cranberries, it’s recommended to do so in a suitable outdoor location with the right conditions. Attempting to grow them indoors would likely result in poor growth and low yields.

Check out the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and find out what zone your zip code is located in here. Or you can use our map to get a general idea of what your plant hardiness zone is.

USDA Hardiness Map

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Food Gardening Network Cranberry Gardening Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Curator’s Corner
  • Introduction
  • Growing Zones for Cranberries
  • Types of Cranberries
  • Growing Cranberries from Seeds, Cuttings, or Seedlings
  • Sun and Soil Requirements for Growing Cranberries
  • Planting Cranberries in the Ground or in Raised Beds
  • Growing Cranberries in Containers
  • Watering, Weeding, and Fertilizing your Cranberry Plants
  • Harvesting your Cranberries
  • Storing and Preserving Your Cranberries
  • Dealing with Cranberry Diseases
  • Dealing with Cranberry Pests
  • Essential Tools and Equipment for Growing and Enjoying Cranberries
  • How to Use Cranberries All Year Long
  • Plant Profiles

  • Stevens Cranberry
  • Pilgrim Cranberry
  • Early Black Cranberry
  • Ben Lear Cranberry
  • Recipes

  • Cranberry Brussels Sprouts
  • Cranberry Relish
  • Cranberry Chutney
  • Cranberry Bars
  • Cranberry Cloud
  • Additional Articles

  • Nutrition Facts about Cranberries
  • Health Benefits and Home Remedies of Cranberries
  • Resources about Cranberries
  • Cranberry Glossary
  • Related Articles

  • Do Cranberries Grow in Water? You Might Be Surprised!

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