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When to Plant Soybeans in Emery County, UT

Soybeans (edamame) are a high-protein legume that fixes nitrogen in the soil. Fresh green soybeans harvested at the edamame stage are a nutritious snack.

Emery County, Utah is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 11 and the first fall frost is October 4, giving you a growing season of approximately 146 days.

At an elevation of 7,259 feet, Emery County receives approximately 15.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 85°F, providing good warmth for Soybeans during the growing season. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Soybeans successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.

Emery County, UT (Zone 6a) Short season
146 days
Last Spring Frost May 11
146 growing days
First Fall Frost October 4
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Emery County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Soybeans Planting Timeline — Emery County, UT

Soybeans Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow May 18 May 18 – Jun 8
Harvest August 10 Aug 10 – Oct 5

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

80–120 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 6a

📆 Growing Season

146 days in Emery County

Growing Tips for Emery County

Direct sow after soil warms to 60F. Plant in blocks rather than rows for better pollination. Harvest for edamame when pods are plump and bright green.

Companion Planting

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  • Onion
  • Garlic

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Soybeans in Emery County, UT?

Emery County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of May 11. Plan your Soybeans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Emery County, UT?

Emery County, Utah is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 11 and first fall frost is October 4.

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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 Emery County, UT. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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