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Can You Grow Green Beans in Maryland?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b

Grows well here

Green beans grow easily here — direct sow after last frost for a harvest in 7-9 weeks.

Plant zones

4a–11b

Maryland last frost

early March

Maryland first frost

late November

Days to harvest

50–65 days

When to plant Green Beanses in Maryland

Direct sow

Mar 7

Harvest

Apr 26 – May 11

Dates are approximate, based on Maryland's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Green Beans

Green beans are one of the easiest vegetables to grow from direct seed — plant water and harvest.

Direct sow after last frost. Bush varieties need no staking and suit containers. Pole varieties need a trellis but produce longer. Pick pods young for best flavour.

Full green beans growing guide →

Gardening in Maryland

Maryland has a humid subtropical climate moderated by the Chesapeake Bay. Four distinct seasons with mild winters in most of the state. Long productive growing season.