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When to Plant Fava Bean in Fairview, Oregon (97024)

Location

Fairview, Oregon

ZIP Code

97024

USDA Zone

9a

Last Frost

Friday, February 20, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, January 23, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Fava Bean directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Vicia faba
Days to Maturity 85 days
Mature Height 24-48"
Spread 9"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

6" apart

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Planting Depth

2" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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Get your seeds now so they're ready by Friday, January 23, 2026.

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Growing Fava Bean in Zone 9a

Fava Bean (Vicia faba) is a popular garden vegetable. In Fairview, Oregon, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, January 23, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, February 20, 2026. Fava Bean grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.