How to Grow Amethyst
Phaseolus vulgaris
Your complete guide to growing Amethyst.
📷 Wikipedia: Phaseolus vulgarisWhen to Plant Amethyst
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | July – August | September – August |
| Zone 2 | — | June – August | September |
| Zone 3 | — | June – July | August – October |
| Zone 4 | — | June – July | August – October |
| Zone 5 | — | May – June | August – September |
| Zone 6 | — | May – June | July – September |
| Zone 7 | — | April – June | July – August |
| Zone 8 | — | April – May | June – August |
| Zone 9 | — | March – April | May – July |
| Zone 10 | — | February – April | May – June |
| Zone 11 | — | January – March | April – May |
| Zone 12 | — | January – March | April – May |
| Zone 13 | — | January – March | April – May |
Companion Plants for Amethyst
✓ Good companions
Repels aphids, spider mites, and thrips that commonly attack beans
Loosens soil for bean roots and doesn't compete for nutrients
Provides natural support structure for climbing beans to grow on
Repels bean beetles, aphids, and nematodes while attracting beneficial insects
Acts as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles while deterring bean beetles
Fast-growing companion that breaks up soil and deters bean root fly
Ground cover that conserves soil moisture and suppresses weeds
Improves bean flavor and repels bean beetles and aphids
✗ Keep away from
Stunts bean growth and interferes with beneficial soil bacteria
Inhibits bean growth and nitrogen fixation through root secretions
Allelopathic compounds inhibit bean germination and growth
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
