When to Plant Green Beans in Virginia
In a typical Virginia location, sow outdoors Apr 11 – Apr 25. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 16 in Newport News and as late as Apr 26 in Radford.
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 |
|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Norfolk | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Chesapeake | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Richmond | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Arlington | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Newport News | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| Alexandria | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| East Hampton | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Hampton | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Roanoke | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Portsmouth Heights | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Portsmouth | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Suffolk | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| South Suffolk | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Lynchburg | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Centreville | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Dale City | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| West Lynchburg | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Reston | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Harrisonburg | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Leesburg | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| McLean | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Charlottesville | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Tuckahoe | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Blacksburg | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Ashburn | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Danville | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Manassas | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Lake Ridge | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Burke | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 118 Virginia cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Virginia cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant green beans in Virginia?
In a typical Virginia location, sow outdoors Apr 11 – Apr 25. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 16 in Newport News and as late as Apr 26 in Radford.
When is the last frost in Virginia?
The average last spring frost in Virginia ranges from March 16 in Newport News to April 26 in Radford, 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 Virginia
- 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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