When to plant Fava Beans in Carroll County, KY
Plant Fava Beans in Carroll County after April 18; the prime window is April 4–April 25. A second sowing from August 11 to August 25 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Fava Beans in Carroll County, KY
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.
Carroll County, Kentucky is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 18 and the first fall frost is October 20, giving you a growing season of approximately 185 days.
At an elevation of 3,005 feet, Carroll County receives approximately 42.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 90°F, providing good warmth for Fava Beans during the growing season.
Carroll County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Fava Beans Planting Timeline — Carroll County, KY
Fava Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 14 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 18 | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Direct Sow | April 4 | Apr 4 – Apr 25 |
| Harvest | July 4 | Jul 4 – Aug 15 |
| Fall Sowing | August 11 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| 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 6b
📆 Growing Season
185 days in Carroll County
Growing Tips for Carroll 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 Carroll County, KY?
Carroll County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 18. Plan your Fava Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Carroll County, KY?
Carroll County, Kentucky is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 18 and first fall frost is October 20.
When should I plant Fava Beans in Carroll County, KY?
In Carroll County, KY, plant Fava Beans after the last frost (around April 18) and before the first frost (around October 20). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Carroll County, KY for Fava Beans?
Carroll County sits in USDA Zone 6b. Fava Beans grows reliably in zones 2a through 10b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Fava Beans grow in Carroll County's climate?
Yes — Fava Beans grows well in Carroll County's temperate climate. Carroll County averages a 185-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 18 and first frost around October 20.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Carroll County (Zone 6b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.