berry variety in zone 5a
Ben Lear cranberry in zone 5a
Ben Lear · Vaccinium macrocarpon
- Zone
- 5a -20°F to -15°F
- Growing season
- 150 days
- Chill needed
- 1500 to 2000 below 45°F
- Days to harvest
- 90 to 110
The verdict
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About Ben Lear
Tart, early-ripening, deep red; sauce and processing. Wisconsin cultivar, ripens 2 weeks ahead of Stevens. Useful for season extension.
Critical timing for zone 5a
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Common challenges in zone 5a
- ▸ Fire blight in pears
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Late spring frosts
Modified care for zone 5a
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Ben Lear in adjacent zones
Other cranberry varieties for zone 5a
- Howes
Tart, classic flavor, small-medium oval berries; the heritage Massachusetts variety, holds well in storage. Sl…
- Pilgrim
Tart, large dark red berries with rich flavor; sauce and processing. Late-season, productive, used widely in c…
- Stevens
Tart, firm, deep red berries with classic cranberry punch; sauce, juice, dried, baking. The dominant commercia…
Frequently asked questions
- Will Ben Lear cranberry grow in zone 5a?
Yes. Ben Lear is recommended for USDA zones 3a through 5b, which includes zone 5a.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 5a?
Cranberry needs 1500 to 2000 chill hours. Zone 5a typically meets this range; check local microclimate against historical chill totals to confirm.
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