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When to Plant Feverfew in Saline 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.

Saline County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 22 and the first fall frost is October 12, giving you a growing season of approximately 173 days.

At an elevation of 525 feet, Saline County receives approximately 30.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 83°F, so choose short-season varieties of Feverfew to ensure they mature before fall.

Saline County, NE (Zone 6a) Moderate season
173 days
Last Spring Frost April 22
173 growing days
First Fall Frost October 12

Saline County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Feverfew Planting Timeline — Saline County, NE

Feverfew Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 29 Apr 29 – May 13
Harvest July 29 Jul 29 – Oct 14

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Transplant Outdoors
May Transplant Outdoors
June
July Harvest
August Harvest
September Harvest
October Harvest
November
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 6a

📆 Growing Season

173 days in Saline County

Growing Tips for Saline 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.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Feverfew in Saline County, NE?

Saline County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 22. Plan your Feverfew planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Saline County, NE?

Saline County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 22 and first fall frost is October 12.

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

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