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When to Plant Green Beans in Throckmorton 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.

Throckmorton County, Texas is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 31 and the first fall frost is November 9, giving you a growing season of approximately 223 days.

At an elevation of 4,952 feet, Throckmorton County receives approximately 60.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89ยฐF, 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.

Throckmorton County, TX (Zone 7b) Long season
223 days
Last Spring Frost March 31
223 growing days
First Fall Frost November 9

Throckmorton County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.5-7.2

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (113 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 21 🍅 Harvest: May 16 – Jul 11
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (111 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 31 🍅 Harvest: May 26 – Jul 21
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (109 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 16 🍅 Harvest: Jun 11 – Aug 6

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
Green Beans needs ~963 GDD — county provides 3,735 GDD Excellent fit

Green Beans Planting Timeline โ€” Throckmorton County, TX

Green Beans Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow April 7 Apr 7 โ€“ Apr 28
Harvest June 2 Jun 2 โ€“ Jul 28

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

50โ€“65 days

Soil pH

6 โ€“ 7

USDA Zone

Zone 7b

Growing Season

223 days

Growing Tips for Throckmorton 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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๐ŸŒพ 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 35ยฐF, under 45% humidity.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Throckmorton County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 31. Plan your Green Beans planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Throckmorton County, TX?

Throckmorton County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 31 and first fall frost is November 9.

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