When to Plant Comfrey in Valley County, NE
Comfrey is a vigorous perennial herb valued as a dynamic accumulator of nutrients. Its leaves make excellent mulch, compost activator, and liquid fertilizer.
Valley County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 4b. 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 982 feet, Valley County receives approximately 21.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 82°F, so choose short-season varieties of Comfrey to ensure they mature before fall.
Valley County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Comfrey Planting Timeline — Valley County, NE
Comfrey Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Transplant Outdoors | May 16 | May 16 – May 30 |
| Harvest | July 18 | Jul 18 – Sep 26 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | — |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | — |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
60–90 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 4b
📆 Growing Season
149 days in Valley County
Growing Tips for Valley County
Plant root cuttings 2 inches deep. Choose Bocking 14 variety to prevent self-seeding. Cut leaves 3-4 times per season for mulch or compost. Avoid planting near pathways as it spreads.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Comfrey in Valley County, NE?
Valley County is in Zone 4b with an average last frost of May 9. Plan your Comfrey planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Valley County, NE?
Valley County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 9 and first fall frost is October 5.
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