When to Plant Christmas Lima Beans in Woodruff County, AR
Christmas lima beans are a large, beautifully marbled heirloom bean with a rich, chestnut-like flavor. They are a climbing variety that produces generously in warm weather.
Woodruff County, Arkansas is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 20 and the first fall frost is November 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 231 days.
At an elevation of 1,343 feet, Woodruff County receives approximately 49.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Christmas Lima Beans during the growing season.
Woodruff County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.7-6.7
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Christmas Lima Beans Planting Timeline — Woodruff County, AR
Christmas Lima Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | January 30 | Jan 30 – Feb 13 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 3 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Direct Sow | March 27 | Mar 27 – Apr 17 |
| Harvest | June 26 | Jun 26 – Jul 31 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | Start Indoors |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | — |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
80–100 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 7b
Growing Season
231 days
Growing Tips for Woodruff County
Direct sow after soil is warm. Provide tall trellising for vigorous vines. Harvest for fresh shelling when pods are plump or allow to dry on the vine for storage.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Christmas Lima Beans in Woodruff County, AR?
Woodruff County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 20. Plan your Christmas Lima Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Woodruff County, AR?
Woodruff County, Arkansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 20 and first fall frost is November 6.
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