How to Grow Dragon's Tongue
Phaseolus vulgaris
Your complete guide to growing Dragon's Tongue.
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| 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 Dragon's Tongue
✓ Good companions
Help aerate soil with deep roots and don't compete for nutrients with beans
Provides natural support structure for climbing beans in Three Sisters planting
Both plants benefit from similar growing conditions and companion spacing
Repel bean beetles and other harmful insects while attracting beneficial predators
Act as trap crops for aphids and cucumber beetles, protecting bean plants
Break up compacted soil and mature quickly before beans need full space
Strong scent deters bean beetles and other pests without competing for space
Large leaves shade soil, retain moisture, and suppress weeds around bean roots
✗ Keep away from
Produces allelopathic compounds that stunt bean growth and development
Strong sulfur compounds can interfere with bean root development and nitrogen fixation
Can inhibit bean growth and nitrogen fixation through root secretions
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
