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When to Plant Currants in Kearney County, NE

Currants are small, tart berries that grow on attractive shrubs in red, white, and black varieties. They are prized for jams, jellies, and liqueurs.

Kearney County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is April 29 and the first fall frost is October 10, giving you a growing season of approximately 164 days.

At an elevation of 1,041 feet, Kearney County receives approximately 25.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 83°F, so choose short-season varieties of Currants to ensure they mature before fall.

Kearney County, NE (Zone 5b) Moderate season
164 days
Last Spring Frost April 29
164 growing days
First Fall Frost October 10

Kearney County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Currants Planting Timeline — Kearney County, NE

Currants Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 20 May 20 – Jun 3

· 48" apart · Rows 72" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

730–1095 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–6.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 5b

📆 Growing Season

164 days in Kearney County

Growing Tips for Kearney County

Plant in a sheltered location with morning sun. Prune out wood older than 3 years to encourage new fruiting wood. Mulch heavily to keep roots cool and moist.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Currants in Kearney County, NE?

Kearney County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of April 29. Plan your Currants planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Kearney County, NE?

Kearney County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is April 29 and first fall frost is October 10.

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

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