vegetable variety in zone 6a
Kentucky Wonder pole bean in zone 6a
Kentucky Wonder · Phaseolus vulgaris
- Zone
- 6a -10°F to -5°F
- Growing season
- 180 days
- Days to harvest
- 60 to 80
The verdict
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About Kentucky Wonder
Rich, classic snap-bean flavor; long round green pods. Fresh, canning, freezing. Heritage open-pollinated, prolific over a long picking season, the home-garden pole bean standard.
Critical timing for zone 6a
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Common challenges in zone 6a
- ▸ Brown rot in stone fruit
- ▸ Japanese beetles
- ▸ Spring frost damage to peach buds
Modified care for zone 6a
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Kentucky Wonder in adjacent zones
Other pole bean varieties for zone 6a
- Blue Lake Pole
Sweet, crisp, classic Pacific Northwest flavor; long straight green pods. Fresh, canning, freezing. Productive…
- Romano
Tender, meaty, fully developed bean flavor; flat Italian-style pods. Sauteing, fresh, slow cooking. The Italia…
- Scarlet Runner
Hearty, slightly mealy, complex flavor; fresh-eating snap bean and dry shell-bean. Bright red flowers attract …
Frequently asked questions
- Will Kentucky Wonder pole bean grow in zone 6a?
Yes. Kentucky Wonder is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 8b, which includes zone 6a.
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