How to Grow Tavera
Phaseolus vulgaris
Your complete guide to growing Tavera.
📷 Wikipedia: Phaseolus vulgarisWhen to Plant Tavera
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 Tavera
✓ Good companions
Deters aphids and spider mites, may improve bean flavor and growth
Beans fix nitrogen which carrots need, carrots don't compete for space
Strongly repels bean weevils and other bean pests
Provides natural trellis support for climbing beans in Three Sisters planting
Similar water and nutrient needs, beans provide nitrogen for cucumbers
Repels bean beetles, aphids, and nematodes while attracting beneficial insects
Acts as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, repels bean beetles
Improves bean flavor and growth, repels bean weevils and aphids
✗ Keep away from
Allelopathic compounds inhibit bean germination and growth
Stunts bean growth and interferes with beneficial rhizobia bacteria
Inhibits bean growth and nitrogen fixation through root secretions
Competes heavily for nutrients and water, may release growth inhibitors
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
