When to Plant Pole Beans in Dearborn County, IN
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.
Dearborn County, Indiana is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 16 and the first fall frost is October 20, giving you a growing season of approximately 187 days.
At an elevation of 1,290 feet, Dearborn County receives approximately 32.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 85°F, providing good warmth for Pole Beans during the growing season.
Dearborn County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.9-7.3
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
Pole Beans Planting Timeline — Dearborn County, IN
Pole Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 19 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 30 | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Direct Sow | April 23 | Apr 23 – May 14 |
| Harvest | June 25 | Jun 25 – Aug 20 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
55–70 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 6a
Growing Season
187 days
Growing Tips for Dearborn County
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.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Pole Beans in Dearborn County, IN?
Dearborn County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 16. Plan your Pole Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Dearborn County, IN?
Dearborn County, Indiana is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 16 and first fall frost is October 20.
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