When to plant lima bean in Nebraska
Nebraska spans USDA zones 5a–6a, so the right time to plant lima bean shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about April 23 in Omaha to May 18 in North Platte — below are local dates for 17 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | 6a | April 16 | October 18 | April 23 – May 14 |
| Lincoln | 6a | April 24 | October 13 | May 1 – May 22 |
| Bellevue | 6a | April 17 | October 19 | April 24 – May 15 |
| Grand Island | 5b | April 23 | October 15 | April 30 – May 21 |
| Kearney | 5b | April 30 | October 10 | May 7 – May 28 |
| Fremont | 5b | April 23 | October 15 | April 30 – May 21 |
| Norfolk | 5b | May 1 | October 4 | May 8 – May 29 |
| Papillion | 6a | April 21 | October 18 | April 28 – May 19 |
Lima Bean in Nebraska: FAQ
When can I plant lima bean in Nebraska?
Across Nebraska, the time to direct-sow lima bean spans roughly April 23 in Omaha to May 18 in North Platte, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the lima bean planting date vary across Nebraska?
Yes. Nebraska publishes 17 cities with their own frost dates, so the right lima bean planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does lima bean take to grow in Nebraska?
Lima Bean takes about 65–90 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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