When to plant yardlong bean in Vermont
Vermont spans USDA zones 5a–5b, so the right time to plant yardlong bean shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about May 13 in Burlington to May 29 in Rutland — below are local dates for 4 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Transplant out |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | 5b | April 29 | October 15 | May 13 – May 20 |
| South Burlington | 5a | April 29 | October 15 | May 13 – May 20 |
| Rutland | 5a | May 15 | September 27 | May 29 – June 5 |
| Essex Junction | 5a | May 2 | October 11 | May 16 – May 23 |
Yardlong Bean in Vermont: FAQ
When can I plant yardlong bean in Vermont?
Across Vermont, the time to transplant yardlong bean spans roughly May 13 in Burlington to May 29 in Rutland, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the yardlong bean planting date vary across Vermont?
Yes. Vermont publishes 4 cities with their own frost dates, so the right yardlong 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 yardlong bean take to grow in Vermont?
Yardlong Bean takes about 70–90 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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