What Growing Zone Is Bruno?
Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Bruno a growing zone designation of 5b. Sometimes also called the planting or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Bruno's climate based on the average extreme annual temperature.Our data is based on the latest 2023 USDA maps, which used Bruno's weather data from 1991 - 2020 in their analysis.
Latest NE growing zone mapIf you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Bruno area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Bruno, NE.

Life Is Better w/ Chickens Sign

Self Watering Plant Pots

Japanese Pagoda Garden Statue

Bronze Girl on Tree Statue

Heron with Prey Bronze Statue
Latest NE growing zone mapThe growing zone is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive based on average lowest year temperatures, helping you to decide what plants would grow best in your particular climate. Since Bruno is in growing zone 5b this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as -15 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants for Bruno's climate should be chosen with this in mind, or plants should be moved inside to keep their core temperature in the right range if necessary.
Some zones may have been changed by the USDA as of 2023. To see if the Bruno area has been affected, refer to this map of half zone changes from the 2012 version of the USDA zones to the 2023 version.
The updated map shows that over half of the Southeast has warmed by about half a zone. For gardeners, that means you can now grow plants that tolerate a bit more heat and less frost than before. The tan areas reflect this shift. Meanwhile, the white areas had slight temperature changes, but not enough to move them into a new zone. In the Western U.S., a few spots shifted cooler. That’s not due to a colder climate, but because the new map uses a larger dataset, giving a more accurate picture of local conditions. It's important to keep track of these changes when planning your garden!
Hardiness Zone FAQ
Have questions about hardiness zones and what they mean for your garden? Check out our FAQ below for quick answers to common questions about USDA hardiness zones and how they affect plant selection in Bruno, NE.
The USDA hardiness zone is 5b for Bruno. This is sometimes also referred to as the growing or planting zone. These terms are used interchangeably.
Bruno's Growing Zone Details
USDA Growing Zone: 5b
Longitude: -96.9607
Latitude: 41.283
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -15 to -10

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Japanese Pagoda Garden Statue

Heavy Duty Garden Utility Wagon

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Cute Foldable Straw Bow Hat
Map of the Bruno Area
All Towns In NE

Raised Garden Planter

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Reusable Grow Bags

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Worm Composting Kit
Plants For Other States
Looking for the best plants in a different area of the United States? Click on a button below to find plants that are ideal for that state's temperatures.

Heavy Duty Garden Utility Wagon

Raised Garden Planter

Premium Garden Tool Gift Set

Life Is Better w/ Chickens Sign

Women's Panama Summer Hat
To see our latest gardening and homesteading projects, you can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
