When to Plant Pole Beans in Franklin Parish, LA
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.
Franklin Parish, Louisiana is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 9 and the first fall frost is November 12, giving you a growing season of approximately 248 days.
At an elevation of 300 feet, Franklin Parish receives approximately 58.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 90°F, providing good warmth for Pole Beans during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Pole Beans root diseases.
Franklin Parish Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.1-7.2
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 — Franklin Parish, LA
Pole Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | January 19 | Jan 19 – Feb 2 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 23 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Direct Sow | March 16 | Mar 16 – Apr 6 |
| Harvest | May 18 | May 18 – Jul 13 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | Start Indoors |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | — |
| 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 8a
Growing Season
248 days
Growing Tips for Franklin Parish
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 Franklin Parish, LA?
Franklin Parish is in Zone 8a with an average last frost of March 9. Plan your Pole Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Franklin Parish, LA?
Franklin Parish, Louisiana is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 9 and first fall frost is November 12.
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