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When to Plant Feverfew in Hooker 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.

Hooker County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 13 and the first fall frost is October 4, giving you a growing season of approximately 144 days.

At an elevation of 737 feet, Hooker County receives approximately 21.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 81°F, so choose short-season varieties of Feverfew to ensure they mature before fall.

Hooker County, NE (Zone 5b) Short season
144 days
Last Spring Frost May 13
144 growing days
First Fall Frost October 4

Hooker County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Feverfew Planting Timeline — Hooker County, NE

Feverfew Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 20 May 20 – Jun 3
Harvest August 19 Aug 19 – Nov 4

Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" 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

Low — drought tolerant

📅 Days to Maturity

90–120 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 5b

📆 Growing Season

144 days in Hooker County

Growing Tips for Hooker 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Feverfew in Hooker County, NE?

Hooker County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of May 13. Plan your Feverfew planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Hooker County, NE?

Hooker County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 13 and first fall frost is October 4.

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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 Hooker County, NE. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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