When to Plant Green Beans in Zone 8
Phaseolus vulgaris
Last updated: Apr 25, 2026 · Sources: USDA, NOAA, Cooperative ExtensionZone 8 Planting Schedule
Direct Sow
Apr 3
Directly in garden bed
First Harvest
May 30
50–65 days after planting
Season Ends
Jul 14
Before first frost (Nov 5)
Quick Facts
Sunlight
☀️ Full Sun
Water Needs
💧💧 Moderate
Spacing
6 inches apart
Planting Depth
1.0 inch
Min Soil Temp
60°F
Germination
5–10 days
Days to Maturity
50–65 days
Frost Tolerance
No frost tolerance
Soil pH
6.0–7.0
Difficulty
Easy
Recommended for Zone 8
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Green Beans Schedule — All Zones
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest Start | Harvest End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | — | — | May 29 | Jul 25 | Sep 8 |
| Zone 4 | — | — | May 24 | Jul 20 | Sep 3 |
| Zone 5 | — | — | May 14 | Jul 10 | Aug 24 |
| Zone 6 | — | — | Apr 29 | Jun 25 | Aug 9 |
| Zone 7 | — | — | Apr 19 | Jun 15 | Jul 30 |
| Zone 8 | — | — | Apr 3 | May 30 | Jul 14 |
| Zone 9 | — | — | Mar 14 | May 10 | Jun 24 |
| Zone 10 | — | — | Feb 24 | Apr 22 | Jun 6 |
| Zone 11 | — | — | Jan 29 | Mar 27 | May 11 |
| Zone 12 | — | any | any | year_round | year_round |
| Zone 13 | — | any | any | year_round | year_round |
📚 Data Sources
Frost dates: NOAA Climate Normals 1991–2020, National Centers for Environmental Information.Hardiness zones: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, Agricultural Research Service.
Growing requirements: Cooperative Extension Services — NC State, Penn State, University of Florida IFAS.
Companion planting: Cornell University Cooperative Extension.
Data compiled from public agricultural sources. Always verify with your local extension office for micro-climate adjustments.