Question 1

When should I plant bush beans in ZIP 19103?

Accepted Answer

In ZIP 19103, the main bush beans target is around Apr 17, based on the representative Philadelphia frost station and USDA zone 7b.

Question 2

When should I start bush beans seeds indoors in 19103?

Accepted Answer

Bush beans is usually direct-sown for ZIP 19103. Use the Apr 17 planting window instead of starting it indoors.

Question 3

When is the last frost in Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

Philadelphia (ZIP 19103) has an average last spring frost around Apr 10, based on the representative Philadelphia frost station.

Question 4

When is the first frost in Philadelphia?

Accepted Answer

Philadelphia (ZIP 19103) has an average first fall frost around Nov 5, leaving about 209 frost-free days.

Question 5

Is this a guaranteed planting date?

Accepted Answer

No. GrowZone uses frost-date estimates, hardiness zones, and crop timing rules for planning. Local microclimates and current weather can shift the right date.

Bush beans is usually direct-sown around Apr 17

Bush beans dates for Philadelphia, PA