Bush beans plant

When to plant bush beans in zone 8a

In zone 8a, the last spring frost usually comes around Mar 25 and the first fall frost around Nov 10. Here is when to plant bush beans.

Sow in the bedApr 1
Start pickingMay 26

Your bush beans calendar for zone 8a

No trellis needed. Pick every few days to keep them coming.

Spacing in a raised bed: 9 plants per square foot.

These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 8a. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.

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