When to plant pole beans in zone 8b
In zone 8b, the last spring frost usually comes around Mar 15 and the first fall frost around Nov 18. Here is when to plant pole beans.
Sow in the bedMar 22
Start pickingMay 26
Your pole beans calendar for zone 8b
- Mar 22: Sow pole bean seeds in the bed
- May 26: 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 8b. 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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