When to Plant Lima Beans in Trumbull County, OH
Lima beans are a warm-season legume producing large, creamy beans with a buttery texture. Both bush and pole varieties are available, with pole types yielding more.
Trumbull County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 4 and the first fall frost is October 17, giving you a growing season of approximately 166 days.
At an elevation of 651 feet, Trumbull County receives approximately 34.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Lima Beans during the growing season.
Trumbull County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Lima Beans Planting Timeline — Trumbull County, OH
Lima Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Sow | May 11 | May 11 – Jun 1 |
| Harvest | July 13 | Jul 13 – Aug 24 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | — |
| May | Direct Sow |
| June | Direct Sow |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
60–90 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 5b
📆 Growing Season
166 days in Trumbull County
Growing Tips for Trumbull County
Direct sow after soil is thoroughly warm at 65F or above. Do not soak seeds before planting as they may crack. Harvest when pods are plump but still green for fresh limas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Lima Beans in Trumbull County, OH?
Trumbull County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of May 4. Plan your Lima Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Trumbull County, OH?
Trumbull County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 4 and first fall frost is October 17.
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