When to plant pole bean in Connecticut
Connecticut spans USDA zones 6a–7a, so the right time to plant pole bean shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about April 12 in Bridgeport to May 15 in Torrington — below are local dates for 35 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 7a | April 5 | November 6 | April 12 – May 3 |
| Stamford | 7a | April 17 | October 23 | April 24 – May 15 |
| New Haven | 7a | April 17 | October 27 | April 24 – May 15 |
| Hartford | 6b | April 17 | October 26 | April 24 – May 15 |
| Waterbury | 6b | April 26 | October 16 | May 3 – May 24 |
| Norwalk | 7a | April 17 | October 23 | April 24 – May 15 |
| Danbury | 6b | May 1 | October 14 | May 8 – May 29 |
| New Britain | 6b | April 17 | October 26 | April 24 – May 15 |
Pole Bean in Connecticut: FAQ
When can I plant pole bean in Connecticut?
Across Connecticut, the time to direct-sow pole bean spans roughly April 12 in Bridgeport to May 15 in Torrington, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the pole bean planting date vary across Connecticut?
Yes. Connecticut publishes 35 cities with their own frost dates, so the right pole 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 pole bean take to grow in Connecticut?
Pole Bean takes about 60–75 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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