When to plant Pole Beans in Madison County, MO
Aim to plant Pole Beans in Madison County on or after April 17; the window stays open through May 8. Madison County's 198-day frost-free season gives you enough for a full main crop and a short fall succession.
When to Plant Pole Beans in Madison 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.
Madison County, Missouri is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 10 and the first fall frost is October 25, giving you a growing season of approximately 198 days.
At an elevation of 888 feet, Madison County receives approximately 37.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 87°F, providing good warmth for Pole Beans during the growing season.
Madison County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Pole Beans Planting Timeline — Madison 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
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| 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
198 days in Madison County
Growing Tips for Madison 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 Madison County, MO?
Madison 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 Madison County, MO?
Madison County, Missouri is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 10 and first fall frost is October 25.
When should I plant Pole Beans in Madison County, MO?
In Madison County, MO, plant Pole Beans after the last frost (around April 10) and before the first frost (around October 25). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Madison County, MO for Pole Beans?
Madison 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 Madison County's climate?
Yes — Pole Beans grows well in Madison County's temperate climate. Madison County averages a 198-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 10 and first frost around October 25.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Madison 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.