When to plant bush bean in Georgia
Georgia spans USDA zones 8a–9a, so the right time to plant bush bean shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about February 15 in Brunswick to April 18 in Cartersville — below are local dates for 112 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 8a | March 24 | November 8 | March 31 – May 5 |
| Columbus | 8b | March 21 | November 11 | March 28 – May 2 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | 8b | March 23 | November 9 | March 30 – May 4 |
| Macon-Bibb County | 8b | March 21 | November 10 | March 28 – May 2 |
| Savannah | 9a | March 2 | November 30 | March 9 – April 13 |
| Athens-Clarke County | 8b | March 23 | November 10 | March 30 – May 4 |
| South Fulton | 8a | March 15 | November 20 | March 22 – April 26 |
| Sandy Springs | 8a | March 25 | November 9 | April 1 – May 6 |
Bush Bean in Georgia: FAQ
When can I plant bush bean in Georgia?
Across Georgia, the time to direct-sow bush bean spans roughly February 15 in Brunswick to April 18 in Cartersville, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the bush bean planting date vary across Georgia?
Yes. Georgia publishes 112 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 Georgia?
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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