When to plant Fava Beans in Trimble County, KY
Plant Fava Beans in Trimble County after April 10; the prime window is March 27–April 17. A second sowing from August 13 to August 27 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Fava Beans in Trimble 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.
Trimble County, Kentucky is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 10 and the first fall frost is October 22, giving you a growing season of approximately 195 days.
At an elevation of 3,539 feet, Trimble County receives approximately 52.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 85°F, providing good warmth for Fava Beans during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Fava Beans root diseases.
Trimble County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Fava Beans Planting Timeline — Trimble County, KY
Fava Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 6 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 10 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Direct Sow | March 27 | Mar 27 – Apr 17 |
| Harvest | June 26 | Jun 26 – Aug 7 |
| Fall Sowing | August 13 | Aug 13 – Aug 27 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | — |
| June | Harvest |
| 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
195 days in Trimble County
Growing Tips for Trimble 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 Trimble County, KY?
Trimble County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 10. Plan your Fava Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Trimble County, KY?
Trimble County, Kentucky is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 10 and first fall frost is October 22.
When should I plant Fava Beans in Trimble County, KY?
In Trimble County, KY, plant Fava Beans after the last frost (around April 10) and before the first frost (around October 22). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Trimble County, KY for Fava Beans?
Trimble 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 Trimble County's climate?
Yes — Fava Beans grows well in Trimble County's temperate climate. Trimble County averages a 195-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 10 and first frost around October 22.
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