When to plant Fava Beans in Cass County, IN
Plant Fava Beans in Cass County after April 24; the prime window is April 10–May 1. A second sowing from August 8 to August 22 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Fava Beans in Cass County, IN
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.
Cass County, Indiana is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 24 and the first fall frost is October 17, giving you a growing season of approximately 176 days.
At an elevation of 703 feet, Cass County receives approximately 36.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 83°F, so choose short-season varieties of Fava Beans to ensure they mature before fall.
Cass County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Fava Beans Planting Timeline — Cass County, IN
Fava Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 20 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 24 | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Direct Sow | April 10 | Apr 10 – May 1 |
| Harvest | July 10 | Jul 10 – Aug 21 |
| Fall Sowing | August 8 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | — |
| 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 6a
📆 Growing Season
176 days in Cass County
Growing Tips for Cass 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 Cass County, IN?
Cass County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 24. Plan your Fava Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Cass County, IN?
Cass County, Indiana is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 24 and first fall frost is October 17.
When should I plant Fava Beans in Cass County, IN?
In Cass County, IN, plant Fava Beans after the last frost (around April 24) and before the first frost (around October 17). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Cass County, IN for Fava Beans?
Cass County sits in USDA Zone 6a. Fava Beans grows reliably in zones 2a through 10b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Fava Beans grow in Cass County's climate?
Yes — Fava Beans grows well in Cass County's temperate climate. Cass County averages a 176-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 24 and first frost around October 17.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Cass County (Zone 6a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.