When to plant Fava Beans in Clinton County, MO
Clinton County's climate puts the Fava Beans spring window between March 30 and April 20. time plantings around the expected last-frost window for best survival. A second sowing from August 16 to August 30 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Fava Beans in Clinton County, MO
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.
Clinton County, Missouri is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 13 and the first fall frost is October 25, giving you a growing season of approximately 195 days.
At an elevation of 525 feet, Clinton County receives approximately 36.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 83°F, so choose short-season varieties of Fava Beans to ensure they mature before fall.
Clinton County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Fava Beans Planting Timeline — Clinton County, MO
Fava Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 9 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 13 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Direct Sow | March 30 | Mar 30 – Apr 20 |
| Harvest | June 29 | Jun 29 – Aug 10 |
| Fall Sowing | August 16 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
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 6a
📆 Growing Season
195 days in Clinton County
Growing Tips for Clinton 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 Clinton County, MO?
Clinton County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 13. Plan your Fava Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Clinton County, MO?
Clinton County, Missouri is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 13 and first fall frost is October 25.
When should I plant Fava Beans in Clinton County, MO?
In Clinton County, MO, plant Fava Beans after the last frost (around April 13) and before the first frost (around October 25). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Clinton County, MO for Fava Beans?
Clinton County sits in USDA Zone 6a. Fava Beans grows reliably in zones 2a through 10b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Fava Beans grow in Clinton County's climate?
Yes — Fava Beans grows well in Clinton County's temperate climate. Clinton County averages a 195-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 13 and first frost around October 25.
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