When to plant bush bean in Maryland
Maryland spans USDA zones 7a–8a, so the right time to plant bush bean shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 29 in California to May 1 in Westminster — below are local dates for 139 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 8a | March 24 | November 21 | March 31 – May 5 |
| Columbia | 7b | April 5 | November 9 | April 12 – May 17 |
| Germantown | 7b | April 14 | October 29 | April 21 – May 26 |
| Frederick | 7b | April 2 | November 6 | April 9 – May 14 |
| Waldorf | 7b | April 17 | October 27 | April 24 – May 29 |
| Silver Spring | 7b | April 10 | November 1 | April 17 – May 22 |
| Ellicott City | 7b | April 2 | November 7 | April 9 – May 14 |
| Glen Burnie | 7b | April 10 | October 31 | April 17 – May 22 |
Bush Bean in Maryland: FAQ
When can I plant bush bean in Maryland?
Across Maryland, the time to direct-sow bush bean spans roughly March 29 in California to May 1 in Westminster, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the bush bean planting date vary across Maryland?
Yes. Maryland publishes 139 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 Maryland?
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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