When to plant pole beans in zone 5b
In zone 5b, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 28 and the first fall frost around Oct 10. Here is when to plant pole beans.
Sow in the bedMay 5
Start pickingJul 9
Your pole beans calendar for zone 5b
- May 5: Sow pole bean seeds in the bed
- Jul 9: 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 5b. 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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