When to Plant Arugula in Red Willow County, NE
Arugula is a fast-growing cool-season green with a peppery, nutty flavor. It is excellent in salads and can be harvested as baby greens or mature leaves.
Red Willow County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 2 and the first fall frost is October 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 157 days.
At an elevation of 643 feet, Red Willow County receives approximately 21.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Arugula during the growing season.
Red Willow County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Arugula Planting Timeline — Red Willow County, NE
Arugula Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 28 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 2 | May 2 – May 16 |
| Direct Sow | April 18 | Apr 18 – May 9 |
| Harvest | June 6 | Jun 6 – Aug 8 |
| Fall Sowing | July 28 | Jul 28 – Aug 11 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
30–50 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6a
📆 Growing Season
157 days in Red Willow County
Growing Tips for Red Willow County
Sow seeds directly every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvest. Provide afternoon shade in warm weather to prevent bolting. Harvest outer leaves first to extend production.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Arugula in Red Willow County, NE?
Red Willow County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of May 2. Plan your Arugula planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Red Willow County, NE?
Red Willow County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 2 and first fall frost is October 6.
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