When to Plant Edamame in Fairbanks, Alaska (99708)

Location

Fairbanks, Alaska

ZIP Code

99708

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Monday, June 1, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Monday, June 15, 2026

Based on last frost Monday, June 1, 2026 · Zone 2a

Pro tip: Sow Edamame directly outdoors 2 weeks after your last frost date — it needs warm soil.

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🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Glycine max

Days to Maturity 80 days

Mature Height 18-30"

Spread 6"

☀️ 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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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Edamame

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🛠️ Supplies You'll Need

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟢 Easy

✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When 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.

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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 Fairbanks, Alaska? +

In Fairbanks (Zone 2a), direct sow Edamame outdoors around Monday, June 15, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Fairbanks, Alaska? +

The average last spring frost date for Fairbanks, Alaska (ZIP 99708) is around Monday, June 1, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 2a.

How long does Edamame take to grow? +

Edamame typically matures in about 80 days from direct sowing. In Fairbanks, that means you can expect harvest around Monday, June 15, 2026 plus 80 days.

Should I start Edamame indoors or direct sow in Alaska? +

Edamame does best when direct sown outdoors. In Fairbanks, sow directly around Monday, June 15, 2026.

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Growing Edamame in Zone 2a

Edamame (Glycine max) is a popular garden vegetable. In Fairbanks, Alaska, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 2a, you should direct sow seeds around Monday, June 15, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Monday, June 1, 2026. Edamame grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.