When to Plant Lima Beans in Blaine County, NE
Lima beans are a warm-season legume producing large, creamy beans with a buttery texture. Both bush and pole varieties are available, with pole types yielding more.
Blaine County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 13 and the first fall frost is October 2, giving you a growing season of approximately 142 days.
At an elevation of 694 feet, Blaine County receives approximately 29.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 84°F, so choose short-season varieties of Lima Beans to ensure they mature before fall.
Blaine County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Lima Beans Planting Timeline — Blaine County, NE
Lima Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Sow | May 20 | May 20 – Jun 10 |
| Harvest | July 22 | Jul 22 – Sep 2 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | — |
| May | Direct Sow |
| June | 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 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 5a
📆 Growing Season
142 days in Blaine County
Growing Tips for Blaine County
Direct sow after soil is thoroughly warm at 65F or above. Do not soak seeds before planting as they may crack. Harvest when pods are plump but still green for fresh limas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Lima Beans in Blaine County, NE?
Blaine County is in Zone 5a with an average last frost of May 13. Plan your Lima Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Blaine County, NE?
Blaine County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 13 and first fall frost is October 2.
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