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Black Turtle · Dry Bean

Zone 3a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Black Turtle to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 15th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 15th
Harvest BeginsAug 23rd
Harvest EndsSep 1st

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity100
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBush
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: Direct-sow after soil warms and keep beds evenly moist until emergence; dry beans hate cold, wet soil and do not transplant well.