How to Grow Jade
Phaseolus vulgaris
Your complete guide to growing Jade.
📷 Wikipedia: Phaseolus vulgarisWhen to Plant Jade
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 Jade
✓ Good companions
Repels aphids, spider mites, and thrips that commonly attack bean plants
Deep roots don't compete with beans and help break up soil for better root development
Provides natural support structure for climbing beans in Three Sisters planting
Repels bean beetles, aphids, and nematodes while attracting beneficial insects
Acts as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles while improving soil nitrogen
Quick-growing crop that loosens soil and can be harvested before beans need full space
Large leaves provide ground cover, retain moisture, and suppress weeds around bean plants
Repels bean weevils and may improve bean flavor when planted nearby
✗ Keep away from
Releases allelopathic compounds that stunt growth of beans and most garden plants
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)
