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When to Plant Green Beans in Coleman County, TX

Green beans are a warm-season staple available as bush or pole types. Bush beans produce a concentrated harvest while pole beans provide a longer picking season.

Coleman County, Texas is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 17 and the first fall frost is November 16, giving you a growing season of approximately 244 days.

At an elevation of 1,129 feet, Coleman County receives approximately 59.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 90Β°F, providing good warmth for Green Beans during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Green Beans root diseases.

Coleman County, TX (Zone 7b) Long season
244 days
Last Spring Frost March 17
244 growing days
First Fall Frost November 16

Coleman County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.3-7.7

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Green Beans

Green Beans needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Green Beans Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan β€” 1.4" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb β€” 2.2" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4.3" 4.3" 0" βœ… Rainfall sufficient
Apr 4.3" 6.4" 0" βœ… Rainfall sufficient
May 4.3" 7.8" 0" βœ… Rainfall sufficient
Jun 4.3" 9.7" 0" βœ… Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 7.7" 0" βœ… Rainfall sufficient
Aug 4.3" 7.7" 0" βœ… Rainfall sufficient
Sep 4.3" 5.1" 0" βœ… Rainfall sufficient
Oct 4.3" 3.3" 1" πŸ’§ Light watering
Nov 4.3" 2" 2.3" 🚿 Regular watering
Dec β€” 1.7" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Mar–Nov in Coleman County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall β€” actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Green Beans Planting Timeline β€” Coleman County, TX

Green Beans Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow March 24 Mar 24 – Apr 14
Harvest May 19 May 19 – Jul 14

Plant 1" deep Β· 15" apart Β· Rows 24" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

β˜€οΈ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

πŸ’§ Water

Moderate β€” regular watering

πŸ“… Days to Maturity

50–65 days

πŸ§ͺ Soil pH

Needs 6–7 Β· Your soil: N/A

πŸ—ΊοΈ USDA Zone

Zone 7b

πŸ“† Growing Season

244 days in Coleman County

Growing Tips for Coleman County

Direct sow after last frost when soil is warm. Provide sturdy supports for pole varieties. Pick beans regularly when young and tender to encourage continued production.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Fennel

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🌾 Save Your Own Green Beans Seeds
Life Cycle Annual
Pollination Self-Pollinating
How to Collect Allow pods to dry fully on vine until they rattle.
Storage Store airtight; viable 4 years at 35Β°F, under 45% humidity.

Avoid harvesting during damp weather. Isolate 25 ft between varieties.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Green Beans in Coleman County, TX?

Coleman County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 17. Plan your Green Beans planting based on this frost date β€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Coleman County, TX?

Coleman County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 17 and first fall frost is November 16.

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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 Coleman County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.