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Can You Grow Fava Beans in Utah?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a

Grows well here

Fava beans are ideal for your cool climate — sow early and harvest before summer heat sets in.

Plant zones

3a–8b

Utah last frost

early April

Utah first frost

late October

Days to harvest

80–100 days

When to plant Fava Beanses in Utah

Direct sow

Apr 1

Harvest

Jun 20 – Jul 10

Dates are approximate, based on Utah's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Fava Beans

Fava beans (broad beans) are a cool-season legume prized in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and North African cuisines. They are one of the earliest spring crops — planted before last frost while soil is still cold.

Direct sow 4-6 weeks before last frost — favas need cool conditions to set pods and fail in summer heat. Support with stakes as plants grow to 4-5 feet. Pinch out growing tips when in flower to reduce aphid problems and improve pod set. Harvest pods when beans are just visible through the pod.

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Gardening in Utah

Utah has an arid continental climate. Salt Lake City is Zone 6b-7a; southern Utah is Zone 7-8; mountains are Zone 4-5. Low humidity and alkaline soils require irrigation and soil amendment.