📍 Cable, WI · Zone 4a · Last frost Friday, May 15, 2026
✏️ ChangeWhen to Plant Serviceberry in Cable, Wisconsin (54821)
Location
Cable, Wisconsin
ZIP Code
54821
USDA Zone
4a
Last Frost
Friday, May 15, 2026
📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates
Direct Sow Outdoors
Friday, May 1, 2026
Based on last frost Friday, May 15, 2026 · Zone 4a
Pro tip: Sow Serviceberry directly outdoors 2 weeks before your last frost date.
🌿 Plant Details
☀️ Growing Requirements
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Sun
Full Sun to Partial Shade
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Water
Moderate (1 inch/week)
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Spacing
120" apart
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Planting Depth
4" deep
Seeds typically germinate in 60-120 days
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Full Companion Planting Guide for Serviceberry
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🌾 Seed Saving Guide
🟡 ModerateWhen to Harvest Seed
Harvest ripe berries in early summer when deep blue-purple.
Processing
Mash berries, separate seeds from pulp, cold-stratify in damp paper towel for 3–4 months.
Seed Viability
Up to 2 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.
Pro Tip
Cold stratification is essential — skip it and germination rates will be very poor.
Raised Bed Planting Guides
A 4×8 bed fits 0 plants of Serviceberry. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Serviceberry in Cable, Wisconsin? +
In Cable (Zone 4a), direct sow Serviceberry outdoors around Friday, May 1, 2026.
What is the last frost date for Cable, Wisconsin? +
The average last spring frost date for Cable, Wisconsin (ZIP 54821) is around Friday, May 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 4a.
How long does Serviceberry take to grow? +
Serviceberry typically matures in about 1095 days from direct sowing. In Cable, that means you can expect harvest around Friday, May 1, 2026 plus 1095 days.
Should I start Serviceberry indoors or direct sow in Wisconsin? +
Serviceberry does best when direct sown outdoors. In Cable, sow directly around Friday, May 1, 2026.
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Growing Serviceberry in Zone 4a
Serviceberry (Amelanchier canadensis) is a popular garden vegetable. In Cable, Wisconsin, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, May 1, 2026.
Your average last frost date is Friday, May 15, 2026. Serviceberry grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.