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When to plant bush bean in Connecticut

Connecticut spans USDA zones 6a–7a, so the right time to plant bush bean shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about April 12 in Bridgeport to May 15 in Torrington — below are local dates for 35 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.

In Bridgeportthe bush bean direct sow window (April 12–May 17) has passed for this year.
CityZoneLast frostFirst frostDirect sow
Bridgeport7aApril 5November 6April 12 – May 17
Stamford7aApril 17October 23April 24 – May 29
New Haven7aApril 17October 27April 24 – May 29
Hartford6bApril 17October 26April 24 – May 29
Waterbury6bApril 26October 16May 3 – June 7
Norwalk7aApril 17October 23April 24 – May 29
Danbury6bMay 1October 14May 8 – June 12
New Britain6bApril 17October 26April 24 – May 29

Bush Bean in Connecticut: FAQ

When can I plant bush bean in Connecticut?

Across Connecticut, the time to direct-sow bush bean spans roughly April 12 in Bridgeport to May 15 in Torrington, each following that city's local frost dates.

Does the bush bean planting date vary across Connecticut?

Yes. Connecticut publishes 35 cities with their own frost dates, so the right bush bean planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.

How long does bush bean take to grow in Connecticut?

Bush Bean takes about 50–60 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.

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