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When to Plant Fava Bean in Zone 11A

USDA Zone

11A

Cities Covered

34

Avg Last Frost

Friday, January 1, 2027

Plant Type

Direct Sow

📅 Planting Calendar for Zone 11A

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, December 4, 2026

Pro Tip: Fava Bean can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Vicia faba
Days to Maturity 85 days
Sun Requirements Full Sun (6-8 hours)
Plant Spacing 6" apart

🤝 Companion Plants for Fava Bean

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Avoid Planting Near

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Growing Fava Bean in USDA Zone 11A

Fava Bean (Vicia faba) grows well in USDA Hardiness Zone 11A. This zone includes cities like Hermosa Beach, Malibu, Venice and 31 more.

The average last frost date for Zone 11A is around Friday, January 1, 2027. Fava Bean can be directly sown outdoors around Friday, December 4, 2026.

Expect to harvest your Fava Bean approximately 85 days after planting.