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When to Plant Black Beans in Carter County, OK

Black beans are a warm-season legume producing small, dark, protein-rich beans that are a staple in Latin American and Caribbean cuisines.

Carter County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 28 and the first fall frost is November 2, giving you a growing season of approximately 219 days.

At an elevation of 648 feet, Carter County receives approximately 34.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 93°F, providing good warmth for Black Beans during the growing season.

Carter County, OK (Zone 8a) Long season
219 days
Last Spring Frost March 28
219 growing days
First Fall Frost November 2

Carter County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.4-7.5

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Black Beans

Black Beans needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Black Beans Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 0.8" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 1.3" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4.3" 1.9" 2.4" 🚿 Regular watering
Apr 4.3" 3.1" 1.2" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 5.8" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jun 4.3" 6" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 4.3" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Aug 4.3" 3.9" 0.4" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 2.8" 1.5" 💧 Light watering
Oct 4.3" 2.3" 2" 💧 Light watering
Nov 4.3" 1.2" 3.1" 🚿 Regular watering
Dec 0.9" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Mar–Nov in Carter County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Black Beans Planting Timeline — Carter County, OK

Black Beans Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow April 4 Apr 4 – Apr 25
Harvest July 4 Jul 4 – Aug 22

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Direct Sow
May
June
July Harvest
August Harvest
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

90–120 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 8a

📆 Growing Season

219 days in Carter County

Growing Tips for Carter County

Direct sow after last frost. Provide support for climbing varieties. Allow pods to dry fully on the vine before harvesting. Thresh dried pods by hand or in a pillowcase.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Onion
  • Garlic

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Black Beans in Carter County, OK?

Carter County is in Zone 8a with an average last frost of March 28. Plan your Black Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Carter County, OK?

Carter County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 28 and first fall frost is November 2.

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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 Carter County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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