When to Plant Lima Beans in Venango County, PA
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.
Venango County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 5 and the first fall frost is October 18, giving you a growing season of approximately 166 days.
At an elevation of 1,166 feet, Venango County receives approximately 40.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 87°F, providing good warmth for Lima Beans during the growing season.
Venango County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Lima Beans Planting Timeline — Venango County, PA
Lima Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Sow | May 12 | May 12 – Jun 2 |
| Harvest | July 14 | Jul 14 – Aug 25 |
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 6a
📆 Growing Season
166 days in Venango County
Growing Tips for Venango 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 Venango County, PA?
Venango County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of May 5. Plan your Lima Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Venango County, PA?
Venango County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 5 and first fall frost is October 18.
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