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When to plant Pole Beans in Pendleton County, KY

Pendleton County sits in USDA Zone 6b. Plant Pole Beans between April 23 (after last frost on April 16) and May 14.

When to Plant Pole Beans in Pendleton County, KY

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.

Pendleton County, Kentucky is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 16 and the first fall frost is October 25, giving you a growing season of approximately 192 days.

At an elevation of 3,475 feet, Pendleton County receives approximately 47.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 85°F, providing good warmth for Pole Beans during the growing season.

Pendleton County, KY (Zone 6b) Moderate season
192 days
Last Spring Frost April 16
192 growing days
First Fall Frost October 25

Pendleton County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Pole Beans Planting Timeline — Pendleton County, KY

Pole Beans Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 19 Feb 19 – Mar 5
Transplant Outdoors April 30 Apr 30 – May 14
Direct Sow April 23 Apr 23 – May 14
Harvest June 25 Jun 25 – Aug 20

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

192 days in Pendleton County

Growing Tips for Pendleton 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 Pendleton County, KY?

Pendleton County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 16. Plan your Pole Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Pendleton County, KY?

Pendleton County, Kentucky is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 16 and first fall frost is October 25.

When should I plant Pole Beans in Pendleton County, KY?

In Pendleton County, KY, plant Pole Beans after the last frost (around April 16) and before the first frost (around October 25). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Pendleton County, KY for Pole Beans?

Pendleton 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 Pendleton County's climate?

Yes — Pole Beans grows well in Pendleton County's temperate climate. Pendleton County averages a 192-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 16 and first frost around October 25.

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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 Pendleton County, KY. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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