When to plant runner bean in Missouri
Missouri spans USDA zones 5b–7b, so the right time to plant runner bean shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about April 2 in Sikeston to April 28 in Kirksville — below are local dates for 87 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 6b | April 4 | November 2 | April 11 – April 25 |
| St. Louis | 7a | April 1 | November 4 | April 8 – April 22 |
| Springfield | 7a | April 4 | October 27 | April 11 – April 25 |
| Columbia | 6b | April 5 | October 31 | April 12 – April 26 |
| Independence | 6b | April 10 | October 27 | April 17 – May 1 |
| Lee's Summit | 6b | April 7 | October 29 | April 14 – April 28 |
| O'Fallon | 6b | April 10 | October 26 | April 17 – May 1 |
| St. Charles | 6b | April 8 | October 29 | April 15 – April 29 |
Runner Bean in Missouri: FAQ
When can I plant runner bean in Missouri?
Across Missouri, the time to direct-sow runner bean spans roughly April 2 in Sikeston to April 28 in Kirksville, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the runner bean planting date vary across Missouri?
Yes. Missouri publishes 87 cities with their own frost dates, so the right runner 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 runner bean take to grow in Missouri?
Runner 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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