When to plant bush bean in New Jersey
New Jersey spans USDA zones 6b–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 April 2 in Atlantic City to May 7 in Hillsborough — below are local dates for 158 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | 7b | April 4 | November 6 | April 11 – May 16 |
| Jersey City | 7b | April 4 | November 6 | April 11 – May 16 |
| Paterson | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | April 22 – May 27 |
| Elizabeth | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | April 9 – May 14 |
| Toms River | 7a | April 23 | October 20 | April 30 – June 4 |
| Trenton | 7a | April 17 | October 28 | April 24 – May 29 |
| Clifton | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | April 22 – May 27 |
| Bayonne | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | April 9 – May 14 |
Bush Bean in New Jersey: FAQ
When can I plant bush bean in New Jersey?
Across New Jersey, the time to direct-sow bush bean spans roughly April 2 in Atlantic City to May 7 in Hillsborough, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the bush bean planting date vary across New Jersey?
Yes. New Jersey publishes 158 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 New Jersey?
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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