Question 1

When should I plant bush beans in ZIP 55401?

Accepted Answer

In ZIP 55401, the main bush beans target is around May 17, based on the representative Minneapolis frost station and USDA zone 5a.

Question 2

When should I start bush beans seeds indoors in 55401?

Accepted Answer

Bush beans is usually direct-sown for ZIP 55401. Use the May 17 planting window instead of starting it indoors.

Question 3

When is the last frost in Minneapolis?

Accepted Answer

Minneapolis (ZIP 55401) has an average last spring frost around May 10, based on the representative Minneapolis frost station.

Question 4

When is the first frost in Minneapolis?

Accepted Answer

Minneapolis (ZIP 55401) has an average first fall frost around Oct 1, leaving about 144 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 Minneapolis, MN