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When to Plant Lima 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, January 1, 2027

Pro Tip: Lima Bean can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 0 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Phaseolus lunatus
Days to Maturity 75 days
Sun Requirements Full Sun (6-8 hours)
Plant Spacing 6" apart

🤝 Companion Plants for Lima Bean

Good Companions

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Avoid Planting Near

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Growing Lima Bean in USDA Zone 11A

Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus) 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. Lima Bean can be directly sown outdoors around Friday, January 1, 2027.

Expect to harvest your Lima Bean approximately 75 days after planting.