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When to plant Pole Beans in Edwards County, KS

Edwards County's spring Pole Beans window runs April 22 through May 13. time plantings around the expected last-frost window for best survival.

When to Plant Pole Beans in Edwards County, KS

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.

Edwards County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and the first fall frost is October 23, giving you a growing season of approximately 191 days.

At an elevation of 814 feet, Edwards County receives approximately 22 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 85°F, providing good warmth for Pole Beans during the growing season.

Edwards County, KS (Zone 6b) Moderate season
191 days
Last Spring Frost April 15
191 growing days
First Fall Frost October 23

Edwards County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Pole Beans Planting Timeline — Edwards County, KS

Pole Beans Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 18 Feb 18 – Mar 4
Transplant Outdoors April 29 Apr 29 – May 13
Direct Sow April 22 Apr 22 – May 13
Harvest June 24 Jun 24 – Aug 19

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
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

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 6b

📆 Growing Season

191 days in Edwards County

Growing Tips for Edwards 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

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  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Fennel

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Pole Beans in Edwards County, KS?

Edwards County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 15. Plan your Pole Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Edwards County, KS?

Edwards County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and first fall frost is October 23.

When should I plant Pole Beans in Edwards County, KS?

In Edwards County, KS, plant Pole Beans after the last frost (around April 15) and before the first frost (around October 23). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Edwards County, KS for Pole Beans?

Edwards County sits in USDA Zone 6b. Pole Beans grows reliably in zones 3a through 11b, so it's a good fit here.

Can Pole Beans grow in Edwards County's climate?

Yes — Pole Beans grows well in Edwards County's temperate climate. Edwards County averages a 191-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 15 and first frost around October 23.

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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 Edwards County, KS. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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