When to plant pole beans in zone 7a
In zone 7a, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 8 and the first fall frost around Oct 27. Here is when to plant pole beans.
Sow in the bedApr 15
Start pickingJun 19
Your pole beans calendar for zone 7a
- Apr 15: Sow pole bean seeds in the bed
- Jun 19: 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 7a. 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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