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When to plant Yard Long Beans in Todd County, KY

For Todd County, gardeners: plant Yard Long Beans April 13 through May 4 once soil reads 50°F.

When to Plant Yard Long Beans in Todd County, KY

Yard long beans are a tropical legume that produces slender pods up to 24 inches long. They are a staple in Southeast Asian cooking and thrive in hot weather.

Todd County, Kentucky is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and the first fall frost is October 29, giving you a growing season of approximately 206 days.

At an elevation of 2,308 feet, Todd County receives approximately 47 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Yard Long Beans during the growing season.

Todd County, KY (Zone 7a) Long season
206 days
Last Spring Frost April 6
206 growing days
First Fall Frost October 29

Todd County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Yard Long Beans Planting Timeline — Todd County, KY

Yard Long Beans Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 16 Feb 16 – Mar 2
Transplant Outdoors April 20 Apr 20 – May 4
Direct Sow April 13 Apr 13 – May 4
Harvest June 15 Jun 15 – Jul 27

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
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

55–80 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7a

📆 Growing Season

206 days in Todd County

Growing Tips for Todd County

Direct sow after soil is warm. Provide tall poles or trellising as vines can reach 8-10 feet. Harvest when pods are pencil-thick before seeds bulge. Cook quickly for best texture.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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  • Onion
  • Garlic

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Yard Long Beans in Todd County, KY?

Todd County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 6. Plan your Yard Long Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Todd County, KY?

Todd County, Kentucky is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and first fall frost is October 29.

When should I plant Yard Long Beans in Todd County, KY?

In Todd County, KY, plant Yard Long Beans after the last frost (around April 6) and before the first frost (around October 29). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Todd County, KY for Yard Long Beans?

Todd County sits in USDA Zone 7a. Yard Long Beans grows reliably in zones 5a through 11b, so it's a good fit here.

Can Yard Long Beans grow in Todd County's climate?

Yes — Yard Long Beans grows well in Todd County's temperate climate. Todd County averages a 206-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 6 and first frost around October 29.

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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 Todd County, KY. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: August 2026.

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