When to Plant Green Beans in Kansas
In a typical Kansas location, sow outdoors Apr 13 – Apr 27. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 4 in Kansas City and as late as Apr 28 in Garden City.
Direct sow at last frost to 2 weeks after, once soil has warmed; frost-tender, do not rush.
Green Beans Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow |
|---|---|
| Wichita | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Overland Park | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Kansas City | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
| Olathe | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Topeka | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| Lawrence | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Shawnee | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
| Manhattan | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| Lenexa | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Salina | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Hutchinson | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Leavenworth | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Leawood | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Dodge City | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Garden City | Apr 28 – May 12 |
| Emporia | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Junction City | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Derby | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Prairie Village | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
| Hays | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Gardner | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Liberal | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Pittsburg | Apr 7 – Apr 21 |
| Newton | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Great Bend | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| McPherson | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| El Dorado | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Andover | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Ottawa | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Winfield | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 40 Kansas cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Kansas cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant green beans in Kansas?
In a typical Kansas location, sow outdoors Apr 13 – Apr 27. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 4 in Kansas City and as late as Apr 28 in Garden City.
When is the last frost in Kansas?
The average last spring frost in Kansas ranges from April 4 in Kansas City to April 28 in Garden City, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do green beans take to grow?
Green Beans typically take 50–65 days from planting to harvest. Direct sow at last frost to 2 weeks after, once soil has warmed; frost-tender, do not rush.
Other Crops in Kansas
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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