Question 1

When should I plant bush beans in ZIP 53202?

Accepted Answer

In ZIP 53202, the main bush beans target is around May 17, based on the representative Milwaukee frost station and USDA zone 6a.

Question 2

When should I start bush beans seeds indoors in 53202?

Accepted Answer

Bush beans is usually direct-sown for ZIP 53202. Use the May 17 planting window instead of starting it indoors.

Question 3

When is the last frost in Milwaukee?

Accepted Answer

Milwaukee (ZIP 53202) has an average last spring frost around May 10, based on the representative Milwaukee frost station.

Question 4

When is the first frost in Milwaukee?

Accepted Answer

Milwaukee (ZIP 53202) has an average first fall frost around Oct 10, leaving about 153 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 17

Bush beans dates for Milwaukee, WI