When to Plant Yard Long Beans in Shoshone County, ID
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.
Shoshone County, Idaho is in USDA Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 10 and the first fall frost is September 26, giving you a growing season of approximately 139 days.
At an elevation of 6,353 feet, Shoshone County receives approximately 14.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 84°F, so choose short-season varieties of Yard Long Beans to ensure they mature before fall. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Yard Long Beans successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.
Shoshone County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.6-7.7
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Water stress score is 8/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Yard Long Beans Planting Timeline — Shoshone County, ID
Yard Long Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 15 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 24 | May 24 – Jun 7 |
| Direct Sow | May 17 | May 17 – Jun 7 |
| Harvest | July 19 | Jul 19 – Aug 30 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | — |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Transplant Outdoors 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
55–80 days
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 5a
Growing Season
139 days
Growing Tips for Shoshone County
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.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Yard Long Beans in Shoshone County, ID?
Shoshone County is in Zone 5a with an average last frost of May 10. Plan your Yard Long Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Shoshone County, ID?
Shoshone County, Idaho is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 10 and first fall frost is September 26.
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