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When to Plant Edamame in Fisher County, TX

Edamame are soybeans harvested at the immature green stage for a sweet, nutty snack. They are high in protein and easy to grow in warm climates.

Fisher County, Texas is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 25 and the first fall frost is November 15, giving you a growing season of approximately 235 days.

At an elevation of 1,474 feet, Fisher County receives approximately 59.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 97ยฐF, so Edamame may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring โ€” great for early planting โ€” but Edamame will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Edamame root diseases.

Fisher County, TX (Zone 7b) Long season
235 days
Last Spring Frost March 25
235 growing days
First Fall Frost November 15

Fisher County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Sandy Loam

Soil pH

7.1-8.5

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (114 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 19 🍅 Harvest: Jun 4 – Jul 16
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (116 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 25 🍅 Harvest: Jun 10 – Jul 22
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (110 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 15 🍅 Harvest: Jul 1 – Aug 12

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

Plant needs
1.0″/week
Rainfall provides
1.1″/week
Watering frequency Natural rainfall sufficient
Season total 0 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 8/10 โ€” consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Edamame needs ~1,991 GDD — county provides 5,346 GDD Excellent fit

Edamame Planting Timeline โ€” Fisher County, TX

Edamame Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow April 1 Apr 1 โ€“ Apr 22
Harvest June 17 Jun 17 โ€“ Jul 29

Plant 1" deep ยท 15" apart ยท Rows 24" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February โ€”
March โ€”
April Direct Sow
May โ€”
June Harvest
July Harvest
August โ€”
September โ€”
October โ€”
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Moderate โ€” regular watering

Days to Maturity

75โ€“100 days

Soil pH

6 โ€“ 7

USDA Zone

Zone 7b

Growing Season

235 days

Growing Tips for Fisher County

Direct sow after soil is warm. Do not over-fertilize with nitrogen. Harvest when pods are plump and bright green but before they start to yellow. Steam or boil pods before eating.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Onion
  • Garlic

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Edamame in Fisher County, TX?

Fisher County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 25. Plan your Edamame planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Fisher County, TX?

Fisher County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 25 and first fall frost is November 15.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Fisher County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.