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When to plant lima bean in Delaware

Delaware spans USDA zones 7a–7b, so the right time to plant lima bean shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about April 11 in Dover to April 18 in Milford — below are local dates for 11 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.

In Wilmingtonthe lima bean direct sow window (April 14–May 5) has passed for this year.
CityZoneLast frostFirst frostDirect sow
Wilmington7bApril 7November 4April 14 – May 5
Dover7bApril 4November 4April 11 – May 2
Newark7bApril 7November 2April 14 – May 5
Middletown7bApril 7November 2April 14 – May 5
Bear7bApril 7November 2April 14 – May 5
Glasgow7bApril 7November 2April 14 – May 5
Brookside7bApril 7November 2April 14 – May 5
Hockessin7aApril 7November 4April 14 – May 5

Lima Bean in Delaware: FAQ

When can I plant lima bean in Delaware?

Across Delaware, the time to direct-sow lima bean spans roughly April 11 in Dover to April 18 in Milford, each following that city's local frost dates.

Does the lima bean planting date vary across Delaware?

Yes. Delaware publishes 11 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 Delaware?

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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