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Northeaster · Pole Bean

Zone 5a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Northeaster to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 8th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 8th
Harvest BeginsJun 27th
Harvest EndsSep 30th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity50
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitClumping
Support NeededTrellis
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 Northeaster pole beans after soil warms and nights are consistently mild, then thin to stand plants evenly for straight, stringless pods.