Pole Beans Planting Guide
Pole beans are climbing varieties of green beans that produce over a much longer season than bush types. They require trellising but yield more per square foot.
Phaseolus vulgaris var. vulgaris · Vegetable · Fabaceae family · 55–70 days to maturity
Where Can You Grow Pole Beans?
Pole Beans Growing Regions
Click any state to see the Pole Beans planting schedule for that location.
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3a | Mar 13 | May 29 | Jun 5 | Jul 31 – Sep 25 |
| Zone 3b | Mar 8 | May 24 | May 31 | Jul 26 – Sep 20 |
| Zone 4a | Mar 4 | May 20 | May 27 | Jul 22 – Sep 16 |
| Zone 4b | Feb 27 | May 15 | May 22 | Jul 17 – Sep 11 |
| Zone 5a | Feb 28 | May 2 | May 9 | Jul 4 – Aug 29 |
| Zone 5b | Feb 21 | Apr 25 | May 2 | Jun 27 – Aug 22 |
| Zone 6a | Feb 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | Jun 19 – Aug 14 |
| Zone 6b | Feb 6 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jun 12 – Aug 7 |
| Zone 7a | Feb 4 | Apr 1 | Apr 8 | Jun 3 – Jul 29 |
| Zone 7b | Jan 28 | Mar 25 | Apr 1 | May 27 – Jul 22 |
| Zone 8a | Jan 18 | Mar 15 | Mar 22 | May 17 – Jul 12 |
| Zone 8b | Jan 7 | Mar 4 | Mar 11 | May 6 – Jul 1 |
| Zone 9a | Dec 30 | Feb 10 | Feb 17 | Apr 14 – Jun 9 |
| Zone 9b | Dec 14 | Jan 25 | Feb 1 | Mar 29 – May 24 |
| Zone 10a | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Mar 5 – Apr 30 |
| Zone 10b | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Mar 5 – Apr 30 |
| Zone 11a | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Mar 5 – Apr 30 |
| Zone 11b | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Mar 5 – Apr 30 |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Soil pH
6 – 7
Hardiness Zones
Zone 3a – 11b
Growing Tips
Provide sturdy 6-8 foot poles, tepees, or trellises. Direct sow after last frost. Pick regularly to encourage continued production. Beans fix nitrogen benefiting following crops.
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Pole Beans by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Pole Beans?
Pole Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris var. vulgaris) takes 55 to 70 days from planting to harvest. Exact timing depends on your variety, growing conditions, and USDA zone.
What zones can Pole Beans grow in?
Pole Beans can be grown in USDA zones 3a through 11b. Use the planting calendar above to find the exact dates for your zone.
How much sun does Pole Beans need?
Growing Pole Beans requires Full Sun (6-8+ hours), Moderate — regular watering, and soil pH of 6 to 7.