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When to plant lima bean in Arkansas

Arkansas spans USDA zones 7a–8b, so the right time to plant lima bean shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 20 in Texarkana to April 19 in Rogers — below are local dates for 39 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.

In Little Rockthe lima bean direct sow window (March 28–April 18) has passed for this year.
CityZoneLast frostFirst frostDirect sow
Little Rock8aMarch 21November 10March 28 – April 18
Fayetteville7aApril 4October 31April 11 – May 2
Fort Smith8aMarch 25November 6April 1 – April 22
Springdale7aApril 4October 31April 11 – May 2
Jonesboro7bMarch 23November 9March 30 – April 20
Rogers7aApril 12October 26April 19 – May 10
Conway8aApril 2November 2April 9 – April 30
North Little Rock8aMarch 21November 10March 28 – April 18

Lima Bean in Arkansas: FAQ

When can I plant lima bean in Arkansas?

Across Arkansas, the time to direct-sow lima bean spans roughly March 20 in Texarkana to April 19 in Rogers, each following that city's local frost dates.

Does the lima bean planting date vary across Arkansas?

Yes. Arkansas publishes 39 cities with their own frost dates, so the right lima 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 lima bean take to grow in Arkansas?

Lima Bean takes about 65–90 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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