When to Plant Brussels Sprouts in Nebraska
In a typical Nebraska location, start seeds indoors Mar 6 – Mar 20, then transplant outdoors Apr 3 – Apr 17. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 25 in Elkhorn and as late as Apr 20 in Alliance.
Long-season crop best timed to mature after a light fall frost for sweetest flavor; start indoors 5-7 weeks before last frost.
Brussels Sprouts Planting Dates by City
| City | Start indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Lincoln | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Bellevue | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Grand Island | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Kearney | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Fremont | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Hastings | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Norfolk | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| North Platte | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Columbus | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Papillion | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| La Vista | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Scottsbluff | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| South Sioux City | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Beatrice | Mar 6 – Mar 20 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Chalco | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Lexington | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Alliance | Mar 23 – Apr 6 | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Gering | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Elkhorn | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 Nebraska cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Nebraska cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Brussels sprouts in Nebraska?
In a typical Nebraska location, start seeds indoors Mar 6 – Mar 20, then transplant outdoors Apr 3 – Apr 17. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 25 in Elkhorn and as late as Apr 20 in Alliance.
When is the last frost in Nebraska?
The average last spring frost in Nebraska ranges from April 15 in Elkhorn to May 11 in Alliance, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do Brussels sprouts take to grow?
Brussels Sprouts typically take 90–110 days from planting to harvest. Long-season crop best timed to mature after a light fall frost for sweetest flavor; start indoors 5-7 weeks before last frost.
Other Crops in Nebraska
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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