Yard Long Beans Planting Guide
Yard long beans are a tropical legume that produces slender pods up to 24 inches long. They are a staple in Southeast Asian cooking and thrive in hot weather.
Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis · Vegetable · Fabaceae family · 55–80 days to maturity
Where Can You Grow Yard Long Beans?
Yard Long Beans Growing Regions
Click any state to see the Yard Long Beans planting schedule for that location.
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 5a | Feb 28 | May 2 | May 9 | Jul 4 – Aug 15 |
| Zone 5b | Feb 21 | Apr 25 | May 2 | Jun 27 – Aug 8 |
| Zone 6a | Feb 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | Jun 19 – Jul 31 |
| Zone 6b | Feb 6 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jun 12 – Jul 24 |
| Zone 7a | Feb 4 | Apr 1 | Apr 8 | Jun 3 – Jul 15 |
| Zone 7b | Jan 28 | Mar 25 | Apr 1 | May 27 – Jul 8 |
| Zone 8a | Jan 18 | Mar 15 | Mar 22 | May 17 – Jun 28 |
| Zone 8b | Jan 7 | Mar 4 | Mar 11 | May 6 – Jun 17 |
| Zone 9a | Dec 30 | Feb 10 | Feb 17 | Apr 14 – May 26 |
| Zone 9b | Dec 14 | Jan 25 | Feb 1 | Mar 29 – May 10 |
| Zone 10a | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Mar 5 – Apr 16 |
| Zone 10b | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Mar 5 – Apr 16 |
| Zone 11a | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Mar 5 – Apr 16 |
| Zone 11b | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Mar 5 – Apr 16 |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Hardiness Zones
Zone 5a – 11b
Growing Tips
Direct sow after soil is warm. Provide tall poles or trellising as vines can reach 8-10 feet. Harvest when pods are pencil-thick before seeds bulge. Cook quickly for best texture.
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Yard Long Beans by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Yard Long Beans?
Yard Long Beans (Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis) takes 55 to 80 days from planting to harvest. Exact timing depends on your variety, growing conditions, and USDA zone.
What zones can Yard Long Beans grow in?
Yard Long Beans can be grown in USDA zones 5a through 11b. Use the planting calendar above to find the exact dates for your zone.
How much sun does Yard Long Beans need?
Growing Yard Long Beans requires Full Sun (6-8+ hours), Moderate — regular watering, and soil pH of 6 to 7.5.