When to plant bush bean in Virginia
Virginia spans USDA zones 7a–8b, 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 23 in Norfolk to May 3 in Radford — below are local dates for 127 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 8b | March 29 | November 12 | April 5 – May 10 |
| Chesapeake | 8a | March 23 | November 18 | March 30 – May 4 |
| Arlington | 7b | March 24 | November 18 | March 31 – May 5 |
| Norfolk | 8b | March 16 | November 26 | March 23 – April 27 |
| Richmond | 7b | April 3 | November 4 | April 10 – May 15 |
| Newport News | 8a | April 1 | November 9 | April 8 – May 13 |
| Alexandria | 8a | March 24 | November 18 | March 31 – May 5 |
| Hampton | 8b | March 24 | November 15 | March 31 – May 5 |
Bush Bean in Virginia: FAQ
When can I plant bush bean in Virginia?
Across Virginia, the time to direct-sow bush bean spans roughly March 23 in Norfolk to May 3 in Radford, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the bush bean planting date vary across Virginia?
Yes. Virginia publishes 127 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 Virginia?
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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