📍 Bean Station, TN · Zone 7b · Last frost Sunday, April 5, 2026
✏️ ChangeWhen to Plant Edamame in Bean Station, Tennessee (37708)
Location
Bean Station, Tennessee
ZIP Code
37708
USDA Zone
7b
Last Frost
Sunday, April 5, 2026
📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates
Direct Sow Outdoors
Sunday, April 19, 2026
Based on last frost Sunday, April 5, 2026 · Zone 7b
Pro tip: Sow Edamame directly outdoors 2 weeks after your last frost date — it needs warm soil.
🌿 Plant Details
☀️ Growing Requirements
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Sun
Full Sun (6-8 hours)
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Water
Regular (1-2 inches/week)
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Spacing
6" apart
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Planting Depth
1" deep
Seeds typically germinate in 6-10 days
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🤝 Good Companions
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Full Companion Planting Guide for Edamame
See which plants help Edamame thrive, which to keep away, and raised bed layout tips →
🛠️ Supplies You'll Need
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🌾 Seed Saving Guide
🟢 EasyWhen to Harvest Seed
Let pods mature past the green edamame stage — pods will dry and turn tan on the vine.
Processing
Shell dried pods, cure seeds on a screen for 2 weeks to fully dry.
Seed Viability
Up to 4 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.
Pro Tip
Soybeans are self-fertile before flowers open — highly recommended as a beginner seed crop.
Raised Bed Planting Guides
A 4×8 bed fits 4 per sq ft of Edamame. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Edamame in Bean Station, Tennessee? +
In Bean Station (Zone 7b), direct sow Edamame outdoors around Sunday, April 19, 2026.
What is the last frost date for Bean Station, Tennessee? +
The average last spring frost date for Bean Station, Tennessee (ZIP 37708) is around Sunday, April 5, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 7b.
How long does Edamame take to grow? +
Edamame typically matures in about 80 days from direct sowing. In Bean Station, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, April 19, 2026 plus 80 days.
Should I start Edamame indoors or direct sow in Tennessee? +
Edamame does best when direct sown outdoors. In Bean Station, sow directly around Sunday, April 19, 2026.
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Growing Edamame in Zone 7b
Edamame (Glycine max) is a popular garden vegetable. In Bean Station, Tennessee, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, April 19, 2026.
Your average last frost date is Sunday, April 5, 2026. Edamame grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.