When to Plant Black Beans in Sherman County, NE
Black beans are a warm-season legume producing small, dark, protein-rich beans that are a staple in Latin American and Caribbean cuisines.
Sherman County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 9 and the first fall frost is October 5, giving you a growing season of approximately 149 days.
At an elevation of 807 feet, Sherman County receives approximately 33.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 80°F, so choose short-season varieties of Black Beans to ensure they mature before fall.
Sherman County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Black Beans Planting Timeline — Sherman County, NE
Black Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Sow | May 16 | May 16 – Jun 6 |
| Harvest | August 15 | Aug 15 – Oct 3 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | — |
| May | Direct Sow |
| June | Direct Sow |
| July | — |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | Harvest |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
90–120 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 5b
📆 Growing Season
149 days in Sherman County
Growing Tips for Sherman County
Direct sow after last frost. Provide support for climbing varieties. Allow pods to dry fully on the vine before harvesting. Thresh dried pods by hand or in a pillowcase.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Black Beans in Sherman County, NE?
Sherman County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of May 9. Plan your Black Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Sherman County, NE?
Sherman County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 9 and first fall frost is October 5.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Sherman County (Zone 5b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.