When to plant Fava Beans in Maries County, MO
Fava Beans planted in Maries County between March 23 and April 13 matures in 75–100 days — well before the October 30 first frost. A second sowing from August 21 to September 4 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Fava Beans in Maries 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.
Maries County, Missouri is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 6 and the first fall frost is October 30, giving you a growing season of approximately 207 days.
At an elevation of 684 feet, Maries County receives approximately 36.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Fava Beans during the growing season.
Maries County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Fava Beans Planting Timeline — Maries County, MO
Fava Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 2 | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 6 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Direct Sow | March 23 | Mar 23 – Apr 13 |
| Harvest | June 22 | Jun 22 – Aug 3 |
| Fall Sowing | August 21 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
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 | Fall Sowing |
| 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 6b
📆 Growing Season
207 days in Maries County
Growing Tips for Maries 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 Maries County, MO?
Maries County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 6. Plan your Fava Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Maries County, MO?
Maries County, Missouri is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 6 and first fall frost is October 30.
When should I plant Fava Beans in Maries County, MO?
In Maries County, MO, plant Fava Beans after the last frost (around April 6) and before the first frost (around October 30). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Maries County, MO for Fava Beans?
Maries County sits in USDA Zone 6b. Fava Beans grows reliably in zones 2a through 10b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Fava Beans grow in Maries County's climate?
Yes — Fava Beans grows well in Maries County's temperate climate. Maries County averages a 207-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 6 and first frost around October 30.
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