When to Plant Fennel in Arthur County, NE
Florence fennel is grown for its swollen bulb-like stem base, which has a mild anise flavor. It is crisp raw in salads and sweet when roasted or braised.
Arthur County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 9 and the first fall frost is October 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 150 days.
At an elevation of 728 feet, Arthur County receives approximately 34 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 81°F, so choose short-season varieties of Fennel to ensure they mature before fall.
Arthur County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Fennel Planting Timeline — Arthur County, NE
Fennel Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 14 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 23 | May 23 – Jun 6 |
| Direct Sow | May 16 | May 16 – Jun 6 |
| Harvest | July 25 | Jul 25 – Sep 5 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | — |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
60–90 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 5.5–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 5b
📆 Growing Season
150 days in Arthur County
Growing Tips for Arthur County
Direct sow in late summer for fall harvest to reduce bolting. Hill soil around bulbs as they enlarge. Harvest when bulbs are tennis-ball sized before they elongate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Fennel in Arthur County, NE?
Arthur County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of May 9. Plan your Fennel planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Arthur County, NE?
Arthur County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 9 and first fall frost is October 6.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Arthur County (Zone 5b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.