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Nebraska Growing Guide

Capital: LincolnMidwest Region

Complete growing guide for Nebraska gardeners. Learn what to plant, when to plant, and how to succeed with semi-arid to humid continental climate conditions across zones 4, 5.

4, 5

USDA Zones

140-175

Days Season

April 25

Last Frost (Early)

September 25

First Frost (Early)

Climate & Growing Conditions

Climate Type

Semi-arid to Humid Continental

Growing season of 140 to 175 days

Frost Dates

Last Spring Frost: April 25May 15

First Fall Frost: September 25October 15

Common Soil Types

LoessSandhills sandyRiver valley alluvial

⚠️ Growing Challenges

  • Drought (west)
  • Hail
  • High winds
  • Irrigation dependent (west)

Growing Advantages

  • Excellent soil (east)
  • Ogallala aquifer irrigation
  • Long days

Nebraska's Famous Crops

Corn
Soybeans
Cattle
Dry beans
Popcorn

📅 Nebraska Monthly Planting Calendar

See what to plant each month in Nebraska based on your local frost dates

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Resources

Nebraska Cooperative Extension

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