When to plant pole beans in zone 3a
In zone 3a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 20 and the first fall frost around Sep 10. Here is when to plant pole beans.
Sow in the bedMay 27
Start pickingJul 31
Your pole beans calendar for zone 3a
- May 27: Sow pole bean seeds in the bed
- Jul 31: Start picking pole beans
Needs a trellis or teepee. Gives more beans from less space than bush beans.
Spacing in a raised bed: 8 plants per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 3a. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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