How to Grow Monte Gusto
Phaseolus vulgaris
Your complete guide to growing Monte Gusto.
📷 Wikipedia: Phaseolus vulgarisWhen to Plant Monte Gusto
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 Monte Gusto
✓ Good companions
Deters aphids and spider mites, may enhance bean flavor
Help loosen soil for bean roots and don't compete for nutrients
Provides natural support structure for climbing beans
Benefits from bean shade and nitrogen fixation
Repel aphids, whiteflies, and nematodes while attracting beneficial insects
Act as trap crops for aphids and cucumber beetles
Break up compacted soil and deter cucumber beetles
Improves bean growth and flavor while repelling bean beetles
✗ Keep away from
May stunt bean growth and reduce yields
Can inhibit bean growth and nitrogen fixation
Compete heavily for nutrients and may release growth inhibitors
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
