When to plant runner bean in South Carolina
South Carolina spans USDA zones 8a–9b, so the right time to plant runner bean shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about February 11 in Charleston to April 27 in Gaffney — below are local dates for 63 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | 9a | February 4 | December 30 | February 11 – February 25 |
| Columbia | 8b | March 22 | November 15 | March 29 – April 12 |
| North Charleston | 9a | March 7 | November 27 | March 14 – March 28 |
| Mount Pleasant | 9a | March 13 | November 30 | March 20 – April 3 |
| Rock Hill | 8a | March 27 | November 5 | April 3 – April 17 |
| Greenville | 8a | March 28 | November 7 | April 4 – April 18 |
| Summerville | 8b | March 22 | November 12 | March 29 – April 12 |
| Goose Creek | 8b | March 7 | November 27 | March 14 – March 28 |
Runner Bean in South Carolina: FAQ
When can I plant runner bean in South Carolina?
Across South Carolina, the time to direct-sow runner bean spans roughly February 11 in Charleston to April 27 in Gaffney, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the runner bean planting date vary across South Carolina?
Yes. South Carolina publishes 63 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 South Carolina?
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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