Planting Date · Beans
Beans Planting Date Calculator
Calculate the optimal planting dates for beans based on your USDA zone, last frost date, and preferred start method.
Optimal Soil Temp
60°F
Days to Maturity
55 days
Frost Tolerance
tender
Planting Depth
1–1.5 inches
Input
Fill in the fields below, then click Calculate.
Select your USDA plant hardiness zone (3–10).
Approximate month of your last spring frost.
How you plan to start the crop.
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Tips & Best Practices
- Direct sow beans after the last frost when soil is at least 60°F.
- Beans do not transplant well — always direct sow.
- Inoculate with rhizobium for improved nitrogen fixation.
- Pick bush beans frequently to encourage continued production.