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Early Long Pod · Fava Bean

Zone 6a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Early Long Pod to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 1st
Harvest BeginsJul 15th
Harvest EndsOct 10th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity75
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)55
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: Direct-sow as soon as the soil is workable; fava beans dislike heat, so early planting is the key to reliability and tender pods.