When to plant bush bean in Massachusetts
Massachusetts spans USDA zones 5b–7b, 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 11 in Boston to May 17 in North Adams — below are local dates for 89 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | 7a | April 4 | November 9 | April 11 – May 16 |
| Worcester | 6a | April 23 | October 21 | April 30 – June 4 |
| Springfield | 6a | May 3 | October 8 | May 10 – June 14 |
| Cambridge | 6b | April 19 | October 23 | April 26 – May 31 |
| Lowell | 6b | April 30 | October 10 | May 7 – June 11 |
| Brockton | 6b | April 22 | October 19 | April 29 – June 3 |
| Quincy | 7a | April 25 | October 22 | May 2 – June 6 |
| Lynn | 7a | April 25 | October 20 | May 2 – June 6 |
Bush Bean in Massachusetts: FAQ
When can I plant bush bean in Massachusetts?
Across Massachusetts, the time to direct-sow bush bean spans roughly April 11 in Boston to May 17 in North Adams, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the bush bean planting date vary across Massachusetts?
Yes. Massachusetts publishes 89 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 Massachusetts?
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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