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What to plant this week in Omaha, NE

Week of 2026-W45

With a last frost date averaging around April 21, Omaha gardeners are now in the final countdown before safely moving cold-tender crops outdoors. While your soil is still too chilly for spring sowings this week, it is the perfect time to prepare beds and plan your early harvests.

The next 7 days

Omaha, NE
Today
11/3
67° 48° 💧76%
Wed
11/4
48° 45° 💧19%
Thu
11/5
47° 41° 💧24%
Fri
11/6
52° 37°
Sat
11/7
53° 39°
Sun
11/8
60° 40°
Mon
11/9
65° 43°
Avg high 56°F Rain total 0.2" Humidity 79% Wind 8.2 mph
On the ground

Growing in Omaha right now

  • Soil temperatures in our glacial till landscape are likely below 40°F; wait until mid-April before attempting to transplant any seedlings to avoid shock.
  • Omaha's frequent wind can dry out spring soil quickly, so apply a thin layer of organic mulch or straw once frost danger passes to retain moisture for your upcoming garlic harvest.
  • Expect variable rainfall this week due to passing fronts; check drainage in low-lying areas near the Missouri River floodplain before planting heavy-rooted crops.
In the ground

Sow this week

No direct sowing windows open this week.

Move out

Transplant this week

Nothing is due to go out this week.

Coming ripe

Harvest soon

2 crops
  • Daikon Radish
  • Garlic
Do this now

Seasonal tips

  • Apply fresh mulch now to retain soil moisture as temperatures rise.
  • Test soil pH before adding any compost or amendments for new transplants.
  • Keep a close eye on emerging seedlings to protect them from late spring fluctuations.
Keep watch

Pest & disease watch

  • Watch for early spring aphids colonizing overwintering garlic leaves as temperatures rise above freezing.
  • Monitor for cutworms beginning to emerge from soil cracks where they will target any transplanted seedlings in April.
Water

Watering this week

Water deeply but less frequently now that the soil is warming up, encouraging strong root development.

One more thing

Harvest Daikon Radish promptly before the heat sets in to ensure the best crunch and flavor.

Asked locally

Omaha gardening questions

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When can I finally pull my overwintered Daikon Radish?

You can begin harvesting your Daikon Radish soon, as the tops should be showing significant growth and the roots are nearing market size by now.

Is it safe to plant garlic bulbs this week?

No, planting garlic should wait until after the last frost date of April 21 to prevent rot from soil freeze-thaw cycles.

How do I protect my garlic from winter injury?

While our zone 6a lows of -10°F usually allow garlic to survive, applying a light mulch of straw over planted bulbs helps buffer against extreme cold snaps.

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