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When to plant Pole Beans in Greene County, MO

Greene County's spring Pole Beans window runs April 17 through May 8. time plantings around the expected last-frost window for best survival.

When to Plant Pole Beans in Greene 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.

Greene County, Missouri 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 891 feet, Greene County receives approximately 31.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Pole Beans during the growing season.

Greene County, MO (Zone 6b) Moderate season
195 days
Last Spring Frost April 10
195 growing days
First Fall Frost October 22

Greene County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Pole Beans Planting Timeline — Greene County, MO

Pole Beans Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 13 Feb 13 – Feb 27
Transplant Outdoors April 24 Apr 24 – May 8
Direct Sow April 17 Apr 17 – May 8
Harvest June 19 Jun 19 – Aug 14

Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February Start Indoors
March
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

195 days in Greene County

Growing Tips for Greene 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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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Pole Beans in Greene County, MO?

Greene County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 10. Plan your Pole Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Greene County, MO?

Greene County, Missouri 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 Pole Beans in Greene County, MO?

In Greene County, MO, plant Pole 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 Greene County, MO for Pole Beans?

Greene 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 Greene County's climate?

Yes — Pole Beans grows well in Greene County's temperate climate. Greene County averages a 195-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 10 and first frost around October 22.

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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 Greene County, MO. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: August 2026.

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