When to Plant Yard Long Beans in Rockingham County, VA
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.
Rockingham County, Virginia is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 13 and the first fall frost is October 28, giving you a growing season of approximately 198 days.
At an elevation of 314 feet, Rockingham County receives approximately 53.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Yard Long Beans during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Yard Long Beans root diseases.
Rockingham County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.3-7
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
Yard Long Beans Planting Timeline — Rockingham County, VA
Yard Long Beans Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 16 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 27 | Apr 27 – May 11 |
| Direct Sow | April 20 | Apr 20 – May 11 |
| Harvest | June 22 | Jun 22 – Aug 3 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| 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 6b
Growing Season
198 days
Growing Tips for Rockingham 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 Rockingham County, VA?
Rockingham County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 13. Plan your Yard Long Beans planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Rockingham County, VA?
Rockingham County, Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 13 and first fall frost is October 28.
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