When to Plant Green Beans in Ohio
In a typical Ohio location, sow outdoors Apr 22 – May 6. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 8 in Cleveland and as late as May 8 in Girard.
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 |
|---|---|
| Columbus | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Cleveland | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Cincinnati | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| Toledo | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Akron | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Dayton | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Parma | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Canton | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Youngstown | May 1 – May 15 |
| Lorain | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Hamilton | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Springfield | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| Kettering | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Elyria | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Lakewood | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Cuyahoga Falls | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Middletown | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Newark | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Euclid | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Mentor | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Mansfield | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Beavercreek | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Dublin | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Cleveland Heights | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Strongsville | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Fairfield | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Findlay | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Warren | May 8 – May 22 |
| Lancaster | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Grove City | Apr 23 – May 7 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 203 Ohio cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Ohio cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant green beans in Ohio?
In a typical Ohio location, sow outdoors Apr 22 – May 6. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 8 in Cleveland and as late as May 8 in Girard.
When is the last frost in Ohio?
The average last spring frost in Ohio ranges from April 8 in Cleveland to May 8 in Girard, 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 Ohio
- 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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