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When to plant Fava Beans in Yuma County, CO

Plant Fava Beans in Yuma County from April 27 to May 18 in spring. Yuma County sits in USDA Zone 5b, with last frost around May 11 and first frost on October 5. A second sowing from July 27 to August 10 extends the harvest into fall.

When to Plant Fava Beans in Yuma County, CO

Fava beans are a cool-season legume with large, meaty beans inside thick pods. They fix nitrogen in the soil and are one of the oldest cultivated crops.

Yuma County, Colorado is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 11 and the first fall frost is October 5, giving you a growing season of approximately 147 days.

At an elevation of 7,664 feet, Yuma County receives approximately 20.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 85°F, providing good warmth for Fava Beans during the growing season.

Yuma County, CO (Zone 5b) Short season
147 days
Last Spring Frost May 11
147 growing days
First Fall Frost October 5

Yuma County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Fava Beans Planting Timeline — Yuma County, CO

Fava Beans Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors April 6 Apr 6 – Apr 20
Transplant Outdoors May 11 May 11 – May 25
Direct Sow April 27 Apr 27 – May 18
Harvest July 27 Jul 27 – Sep 7
Fall Sowing July 27 Jul 27 – Aug 10

Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Start Indoors Direct Sow
May Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
June
July Fall Sowing Harvest
August Fall Sowing Harvest
September Harvest
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

75–100 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 5b

📆 Growing Season

147 days in Yuma County

Growing Tips for Yuma County

Direct sow as early as soil can be worked in spring. Pinch growing tips when pods begin to form to redirect energy and reduce aphid problems. Stake tall varieties.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Fava Beans in Yuma County, CO?

Yuma County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of May 11. Plan your Fava Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Yuma County, CO?

Yuma County, Colorado is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 11 and first fall frost is October 5.

When should I plant Fava Beans in Yuma County, CO?

In Yuma County, CO, plant Fava Beans after the last frost (around May 11) and before the first frost (around October 5). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Yuma County, CO for Fava Beans?

Yuma County sits in USDA Zone 5b. Fava Beans grows reliably in zones 2a through 10b, so it's a good fit here.

Can Fava Beans grow in Yuma County's climate?

Yes — Fava Beans grows well in Yuma County's temperate climate. Yuma County averages a 147-day frost-free season, with last frost around May 11 and first frost around October 5.

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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 Yuma County, CO. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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