When to Plant Feverfew in Banner County, NE
Feverfew is a bushy perennial herb with small daisy-like flowers and aromatic leaves. It has been used traditionally for headache relief and is a cheerful garden plant.
Banner County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 10 and the first fall frost is October 2, giving you a growing season of approximately 145 days.
At an elevation of 917 feet, Banner County receives approximately 27 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 84°F, so choose short-season varieties of Feverfew to ensure they mature before fall.
Banner County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Feverfew Planting Timeline — Banner County, NE
Feverfew Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Transplant Outdoors | May 17 | May 17 – May 31 |
| Harvest | August 16 | Aug 16 – Nov 1 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | — |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | Harvest |
| November | Harvest |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Low — drought tolerant
📅 Days to Maturity
90–120 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 5a
📆 Growing Season
145 days in Banner County
Growing Tips for Banner County
Start seeds indoors or direct sow on the soil surface. Deadhead regularly to prevent aggressive self-seeding. Divide clumps every 2-3 years to maintain vigor.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Feverfew in Banner County, NE?
Banner County is in Zone 5a with an average last frost of May 10. Plan your Feverfew planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Banner County, NE?
Banner County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 10 and first fall frost is October 2.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Banner County (Zone 5a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.