When to plant Pole Beans in Worth County, MO
For Pole Beans in Worth County, the safe spring window opens around April 29 and closes around May 20. Last expected frost is April 22, first fall frost October 13, giving a 174-day growing season.
When to Plant Pole Beans in Worth 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.
Worth County, Missouri is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is April 22 and the first fall frost is October 13, giving you a growing season of approximately 174 days.
At an elevation of 578 feet, Worth County receives approximately 33.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 84°F, so choose short-season varieties of Pole Beans to ensure they mature before fall.
Worth County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Pole Beans Planting Timeline — Worth County, MO
Pole Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 25 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 6 | May 6 – May 20 |
| Direct Sow | April 29 | Apr 29 – May 20 |
| Harvest | July 1 | Jul 1 – Aug 26 |
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 | — |
| 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 5b
📆 Growing Season
174 days in Worth County
Growing Tips for Worth 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 Worth County, MO?
Worth County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of April 22. Plan your Pole Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Worth County, MO?
Worth County, Missouri is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is April 22 and first fall frost is October 13.
When should I plant Pole Beans in Worth County, MO?
In Worth County, MO, plant Pole Beans after the last frost (around April 22) and before the first frost (around October 13). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Worth County, MO for Pole Beans?
Worth County sits in USDA Zone 5b. Pole Beans grows reliably in zones 3a through 11b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Pole Beans grow in Worth County's climate?
Yes — Pole Beans grows well in Worth County's temperate climate. Worth County averages a 174-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 22 and first frost around October 13.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Worth County (Zone 5b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.