When to Plant Pole Beans in Burnett County, WI
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.
Burnett County, Wisconsin is in USDA Zone 3b. The average last spring frost is May 15 and the first fall frost is September 27, giving you a growing season of approximately 135 days.
At an elevation of 574 feet, Burnett County receives approximately 30.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 79°F, so choose short-season varieties of Pole Beans to ensure they mature before fall.
Burnett County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.2-7.3
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 — Burnett County, WI
Pole Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 13 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Transplant Outdoors | June 5 | Jun 5 – Jun 19 |
| Direct Sow | May 29 | May 29 – Jun 19 |
| Harvest | July 31 | Jul 31 – Sep 25 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | — |
| May | Direct Sow |
| June | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| 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 3b
Growing Season
135 days
Growing Tips for Burnett 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 Burnett County, WI?
Burnett County is in Zone 3b with an average last frost of May 15. Plan your Pole Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Burnett County, WI?
Burnett County, Wisconsin is in USDA Hardiness Zone 3b. The average last spring frost is May 15 and first fall frost is September 27.
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