📍 Wichita Falls, TX · Zone 8a · Last frost Friday, March 20, 2026
✏️ ChangeWhen to Plant Edamame in Wichita Falls, Texas (76310)
Location
Wichita Falls, Texas
ZIP Code
76310
USDA Zone
8a
Last Frost
Friday, March 20, 2026
📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates
Direct Sow Outdoors
Friday, April 3, 2026
Based on last frost Friday, March 20, 2026 · Zone 8a
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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Full Companion Planting Guide for Edamame
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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 Wichita Falls, Texas? +
In Wichita Falls (Zone 8a), direct sow Edamame outdoors around Friday, April 3, 2026.
What is the last frost date for Wichita Falls, Texas? +
The average last spring frost date for Wichita Falls, Texas (ZIP 76310) is around Friday, March 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 8a.
How long does Edamame take to grow? +
Edamame typically matures in about 80 days from direct sowing. In Wichita Falls, that means you can expect harvest around Friday, April 3, 2026 plus 80 days.
Should I start Edamame indoors or direct sow in Texas? +
Edamame does best when direct sown outdoors. In Wichita Falls, sow directly around Friday, April 3, 2026.
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Growing Edamame in Zone 8a
Edamame (Glycine max) is a popular garden vegetable. In Wichita Falls, Texas, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, April 3, 2026.
Your average last frost date is Friday, March 20, 2026. Edamame grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.