Question 1

When should I plant bush beans in ZIP 78701?

Accepted Answer

In ZIP 78701, the main bush beans target is around Mar 12, based on the representative Austin frost station and USDA zone 8b.

Question 2

When should I start bush beans seeds indoors in 78701?

Accepted Answer

Bush beans is usually direct-sown for ZIP 78701. Use the Mar 12 planting window instead of starting it indoors.

Question 3

When is the last frost in Austin?

Accepted Answer

Austin (ZIP 78701) has an average last spring frost around Mar 5, based on the representative Austin frost station.

Question 4

When is the first frost in Austin?

Accepted Answer

Austin (ZIP 78701) has an average first fall frost around Nov 20, leaving about 260 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 Mar 12

Bush beans dates for Austin, TX