Pole beans plant

When to plant pole beans in zone 4b

In zone 4b, the last spring frost usually comes around May 8 and the first fall frost around Sep 28. Here is when to plant pole beans.

Sow in the bedMay 15
Start pickingJul 19

Your pole beans calendar for zone 4b

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 4b. 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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