When to Plant Green Beans in Zone 10a

Phaseolus vulgaris

Last updated: May 15, 2026 · Sources: USDA, NOAA, Cooperative Extension
Action Plan

Plant Green Beans in Zone 10a

  • Direct sow: Feb 24
  • First harvest: Apr 22 (50–65 days)
⚠️ Zone 10a last frost: Feb 17. Don't plant frost-sensitive crops before this date.
Last frost
Feb 17
First frost
Dec 3
Growing season
289 days
Zone 10a is the colder half of Zone 10

Zone 10a has a last frost around Feb 17 and first frost around Dec 3, giving you approximately 289 growing days. This is about 2 weeks shorter than Zone 10b. For more details see the Zone 10 complete guide.

Other Zones for Green Beans

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📚 Data Sources
Frost dates: NOAA Climate Normals 1991–2020, National Centers for Environmental Information.
Hardiness zones: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, Agricultural Research Service.
Growing requirements: Cooperative Extension Services — NC State, Penn State, University of Florida IFAS.
Companion planting: Cornell University Cooperative Extension.
Data compiled from public agricultural sources. Always verify with your local extension office for micro-climate adjustments.