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When to Plant Kidney Beans in Stanton County, NE

Kidney beans are a popular dry bean variety named for their shape, available in red and white types. They are the classic bean for chili and red beans and rice.

Stanton County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is April 26 and the first fall frost is October 10, giving you a growing season of approximately 167 days.

At an elevation of 511 feet, Stanton County receives approximately 34.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 84°F, so choose short-season varieties of Kidney Beans to ensure they mature before fall.

Stanton County, NE (Zone 5b) Moderate season
167 days
Last Spring Frost April 26
167 growing days
First Fall Frost October 10

Stanton County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.3-7.2

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Kidney Beans

Kidney Beans needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Kidney Beans Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 0.8" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 1.1" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 2.2" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 4.3" 3.9" 0.4" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 4.7" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jun 4.3" 5.5" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 4.7" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Aug 4.3" 4.5" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Sep 4.3" 3.2" 1.1" 💧 Light watering
Oct 4.3" 2" 2.3" 🚿 Regular watering
Nov 1.1" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 0.9" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Apr–Oct in Stanton County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Kidney Beans Planting Timeline — Stanton County, NE

Kidney Beans Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow May 3 May 3 – May 24
Harvest August 2 Aug 2 – Sep 6

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April
May Direct Sow
June
July
August Harvest
September Harvest
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

85–110 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 5b

📆 Growing Season

167 days in Stanton County

Growing Tips for Stanton County

Direct sow after frost. Allow pods to dry completely on the plant. Kidney beans must be thoroughly cooked as raw or undercooked beans contain harmful lectins.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Onion
  • Garlic

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Kidney Beans in Stanton County, NE?

Stanton County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of April 26. Plan your Kidney Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Stanton County, NE?

Stanton County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is April 26 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 Stanton County, NE. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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