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When to plant Pole Beans in Silver Bow County, MT

Plant Pole Beans in Silver Bow County during the brief June 22–July 13 window. With 84 frost-free days, fall plantings can't mature before September 7.

When to Plant Pole Beans in Silver Bow County, MT

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.

Silver Bow County, Montana is in USDA Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is June 15 and the first fall frost is September 7, giving you a growing season of approximately 84 days.

At an elevation of 5,305 feet, Silver Bow County receives approximately 14.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 84°F, so choose short-season varieties of Pole Beans to ensure they mature before fall. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Pole Beans successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.

Silver Bow County, MT (Zone 5a) Very short season
84 days
Last Spring Frost June 15
84 growing days
First Fall Frost September 7

Silver Bow County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Pole Beans Planting Timeline — Silver Bow County, MT

Pole Beans Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors April 20 Apr 20 – May 4
Transplant Outdoors June 29 Jun 29 – Jul 13
Direct Sow June 22 Jun 22 – Jul 13
Harvest August 24 Aug 24 – Oct 19

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Start Indoors
May Start Indoors
June Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
July Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
August Harvest
September Harvest
October Harvest
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 5a

📆 Growing Season

84 days in Silver Bow County

Growing Tips for Silver Bow 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 Silver Bow County, MT?

Silver Bow County is in Zone 5a with an average last frost of June 15. Plan your Pole Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Silver Bow County, MT?

Silver Bow County, Montana is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is June 15 and first fall frost is September 7.

When should I plant Pole Beans in Silver Bow County, MT?

In Silver Bow County, MT, plant Pole Beans after the last frost (around June 15) and before the first frost (around September 7). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Silver Bow County, MT for Pole Beans?

Silver Bow County sits in USDA Zone 5a. Pole Beans grows reliably in zones 3a through 11b, so it's a good fit here.

Can Pole Beans grow in Silver Bow County's climate?

Yes — Pole Beans grows well in Silver Bow County's temperate climate. Silver Bow County averages a 84-day frost-free season, with last frost around June 15 and first frost around September 7.

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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 Silver Bow County, MT. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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