When to plant Pole Beans in Gentry County, MO
Plant Pole Beans in Gentry County, when soil hits 50°F — usually April 26. Continue planting through May 17 for the spring crop.
When to Plant Pole Beans in Gentry County, MO
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.
Gentry County, Missouri is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 19 and the first fall frost is October 15, giving you a growing season of approximately 179 days.
At an elevation of 702 feet, Gentry County receives approximately 41.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Pole Beans during the growing season.
Gentry County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Pole Beans Planting Timeline — Gentry County, MO
Pole Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 22 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 3 | May 3 – May 17 |
| Direct Sow | April 26 | Apr 26 – May 17 |
| Harvest | June 28 | Jun 28 – Aug 23 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | 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 6a
📆 Growing Season
179 days in Gentry County
Growing Tips for Gentry 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Pole Beans in Gentry County, MO?
Gentry County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 19. Plan your Pole Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Gentry County, MO?
Gentry County, Missouri is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 19 and first fall frost is October 15.
When should I plant Pole Beans in Gentry County, MO?
In Gentry County, MO, plant Pole Beans after the last frost (around April 19) and before the first frost (around October 15). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Gentry County, MO for Pole Beans?
Gentry County sits in USDA Zone 6a. Pole Beans grows reliably in zones 3a through 11b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Pole Beans grow in Gentry County's climate?
Yes — Pole Beans grows well in Gentry County's temperate climate. Gentry County averages a 179-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 19 and first frost around October 15.
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