When to plant Pole Beans in Lafayette County, MO
For Pole Beans in Lafayette County, the safe spring window opens around April 20 and closes around May 11. Last expected frost is April 13, first fall frost October 24, giving a 194-day growing season.
When to Plant Pole Beans in Lafayette 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.
Lafayette County, Missouri is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 13 and the first fall frost is October 24, giving you a growing season of approximately 194 days.
At an elevation of 732 feet, Lafayette County receives approximately 41.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Pole Beans during the growing season.
Lafayette County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Pole Beans Planting Timeline — Lafayette County, MO
Pole Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 16 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 27 | Apr 27 – May 11 |
| Direct Sow | April 20 | Apr 20 – May 11 |
| Harvest | June 22 | Jun 22 – Aug 17 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors |
| 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
194 days in Lafayette County
Growing Tips for Lafayette 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 Lafayette County, MO?
Lafayette County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 13. Plan your Pole Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Lafayette County, MO?
Lafayette County, Missouri is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 13 and first fall frost is October 24.
When should I plant Pole Beans in Lafayette County, MO?
In Lafayette County, MO, plant Pole Beans after the last frost (around April 13) and before the first frost (around October 24). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Lafayette County, MO for Pole Beans?
Lafayette 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 Lafayette County's climate?
Yes — Pole Beans grows well in Lafayette County's temperate climate. Lafayette County averages a 194-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 13 and first frost around October 24.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Lafayette County (Zone 6b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.