Question 1

When should I plant bush beans in ZIP 46204?

Accepted Answer

In ZIP 46204, the main bush beans target is around May 2, based on the representative Indianapolis frost station and USDA zone 6b.

Question 2

When should I start bush beans seeds indoors in 46204?

Accepted Answer

Bush beans is usually direct-sown for ZIP 46204. Use the May 2 planting window instead of starting it indoors.

Question 3

When is the last frost in Indianapolis?

Accepted Answer

Indianapolis (ZIP 46204) has an average last spring frost around Apr 25, based on the representative Indianapolis frost station.

Question 4

When is the first frost in Indianapolis?

Accepted Answer

Indianapolis (ZIP 46204) has an average first fall frost around Oct 15, leaving about 173 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 May 2

Bush beans dates for Indianapolis, IN