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When to Plant Leeks in Rock County, NE

Leeks

Leeks are a mild, sweet allium that produces long white shanks. They are more refined than onions and are a key ingredient in soups, stews, and gratins.

Rock County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 10 and the first fall frost is October 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 149 days.

At an elevation of 1,012 feet, Rock County receives approximately 32.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 81°F, so choose short-season varieties of Leeks to ensure they mature before fall.

Rock County, NE (Zone 5a) Short season
149 days
Last Spring Frost May 10
149 growing days
First Fall Frost October 6

Rock County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Leeks Planting Timeline — Rock County, NE

Leeks Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors April 5 Apr 5 – Apr 19
Transplant Outdoors May 10 May 10 – May 24
Direct Sow April 26 Apr 26 – May 17
Harvest August 9 Aug 9 – Oct 25
Fall Sowing July 28 Jul 28 – Aug 11

Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Start Indoors Direct Sow
May Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
June
July Fall Sowing
August Fall Sowing Harvest
September Harvest
October Harvest
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

90–150 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 5a

📆 Growing Season

149 days in Rock County

Growing Tips for Rock County

Start seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost. Transplant into trenches and hill soil around stems as they grow to increase the white portion. Harvest as needed.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Peas
  • Green Beans

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Leeks in Rock County, NE?

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

What planting zone is Rock County, NE?

Rock County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 10 and first fall frost is October 6.

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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 Rock County, NE. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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