When to plant lima bean in Tennessee
Tennessee spans USDA zones 7a–8a, 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 23 in Memphis to April 29 in Halls — below are local dates for 67 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson | 7b | April 1 | October 31 | April 8 – April 29 |
| Memphis | 8a | March 16 | November 16 | March 23 – April 13 |
| Knoxville | 7b | April 11 | October 28 | April 18 – May 9 |
| Chattanooga | 8a | March 24 | November 9 | March 31 – April 21 |
| Clarksville | 7b | April 3 | November 1 | April 10 – May 1 |
| Murfreesboro | 7b | April 9 | October 27 | April 16 – May 7 |
| Franklin | 7b | April 3 | October 31 | April 10 – May 1 |
| Johnson City | 7b | April 19 | October 24 | April 26 – May 17 |
Lima Bean in Tennessee: FAQ
When can I plant lima bean in Tennessee?
Across Tennessee, the time to direct-sow lima bean spans roughly March 23 in Memphis to April 29 in Halls, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the lima bean planting date vary across Tennessee?
Yes. Tennessee publishes 67 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 Tennessee?
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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