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When to Plant Green Beans in Washington

In a typical Washington location, sow outdoors Mar 24 – Apr 7. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 1 in Port Townsend and as late as May 30 in Cheney.

Method Direct sow
Days to maturity 50–65 days

Direct sow at last frost to 2 weeks after, once soil has warmed; frost-tender, do not rush.

Green Beans Planting Dates by City

CityDirect sow
SeattleMar 13 – Mar 27
Tri-CitiesApr 27 – May 11
SpokaneApr 26 – May 10
TacomaMar 8 – Mar 22
VancouverMar 29 – Apr 12
BellevueMar 8 – Mar 22
KentMar 20 – Apr 3
EverettMar 24 – Apr 7
RentonMar 13 – Mar 27
Federal WayMar 8 – Mar 22
Spokane ValleyApr 26 – May 10
YakimaMay 8 – May 22
KirklandMar 8 – Mar 22
BellinghamApr 1 – Apr 15
KennewickMar 28 – Apr 11
AuburnMar 20 – Apr 3
PascoMar 28 – Apr 11
MarysvilleMar 24 – Apr 7
RedmondMar 8 – Mar 22
LakewoodMar 11 – Mar 25
OlympiaApr 29 – May 13
ShorelineMar 8 – Mar 22
RichlandApr 6 – Apr 20
South HillApr 11 – Apr 25
SammamishMar 8 – Mar 22
BurienMar 2 – Mar 16
LaceyApr 29 – May 13
City of SammamishMar 30 – Apr 13
BothellMar 8 – Mar 22
EdmondsMar 9 – Mar 23

Showing the 30 most populous of 133 Washington cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Washington cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant green beans in Washington?

In a typical Washington location, sow outdoors Mar 24 – Apr 7. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 1 in Port Townsend and as late as May 30 in Cheney.

When is the last frost in Washington?

The average last spring frost in Washington ranges from March 1 in Port Townsend to May 30 in Cheney, 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.

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