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When to Plant Strawberries in Brown County, NE

Strawberries

Strawberries are a beloved perennial fruit available as June-bearing, ever-bearing, and day-neutral types. They are one of the easiest fruits to grow in containers or garden beds.

Brown County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 10 and the first fall frost is October 7, giving you a growing season of approximately 150 days.

At an elevation of 833 feet, Brown County receives approximately 25.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 82°F, so choose short-season varieties of Strawberries to ensure they mature before fall.

Brown County, NE (Zone 5b) Moderate season
150 days
Last Spring Frost May 10
150 growing days
First Fall Frost October 7

Brown County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

How Much Strawberries to Grow

1 lb
Average yield per plant
10
Plants per person
20 sq ft
Space per person

For a family of 4, plant approximately 40 strawberries plants in about 80 sq ft. In Brown County's 150-day season, you'll have plenty of time for a full harvest. Plan your garden layout →

Strawberries Planting Timeline — Brown County, NE

Strawberries Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 31 May 31 – Jun 14
Harvest August 30 Aug 30 – Nov 15

· 12" apart · Rows 24" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April
May Transplant Outdoors
June Transplant Outdoors
July
August Harvest
September Harvest
October Harvest
November Harvest
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

90–365 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–6.8 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 5b

📆 Growing Season

150 days in Brown County

Growing Tips for Brown County

Plant with crowns at soil level. Remove runners the first year to strengthen plants. Mulch with straw to keep fruit clean and suppress weeds. Renovate June-bearing beds after harvest.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Cabbage
  • Broccoli

Check more plant combinations with our Companion Planting Checker →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Strawberries in Brown County, NE?

Brown County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of May 10. Plan your Strawberries planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Brown County, NE?

Brown County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 10 and first fall frost is October 7.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Brown County, NE. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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