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How to Grow Cobra

Phaseolus vulgaris

Your complete guide to growing Cobra.

☀SunFull sun (6+ hours)
💧WaterRegular, consistent moisture during growing season
📅Harvest55 days
🗺Zones2–11
📏Height6-8 feet
Cobra📷 Wikipedia: Phaseolus vulgaris

When to Plant Cobra

Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.

ZoneStart IndoorsDirect SowHarvest
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 Cobra

✓ Good companions

Carrots

Loose soil from carrot growth improves bean root development and nitrogen fixation

Catnip

Repels bean weevils, aphids, and flea beetles through natural compounds

Corn

Provides natural support structure for climbing beans in Three Sisters planting

Marigold

Repels bean beetles, aphids, and nematodes while attracting beneficial insects

Nasturtium

Acts as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, protecting bean plants

Radish

Breaks up compacted soil and deters bean root fly with its pungent roots

Squash

Ground cover reduces weeds and retains soil moisture for bean roots

Summer Savory

Improves bean flavor and growth while repelling bean beetles

✗ Keep away from

Fennel

Releases allelopathic chemicals that inhibit bean germination and growth

Garlic

Stunts bean development and interferes with beneficial rhizobia bacteria

Onion

Inhibits bean growth and nitrogen fixation through allelopathic compounds

Sunflower

Competes heavily for nutrients and water while releasing growth-inhibiting chemicals

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)

1.97gProtein
3.01gFiber
0.65mgIron
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