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When to Plant Green Bean in New Brighton, Pennsylvania (15066)

Location

New Brighton, Pennsylvania

ZIP Code

15066

USDA Zone

6b

Last Frost

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Pro Tip: Green Bean can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Phaseolus vulgaris
Days to Maturity 55 days
Mature Height 18-24"
Spread 6"
Type Bush
Fruit Size Medium (4-6 inches)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Regular (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

4" apart

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Planting Depth

1" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

🤝 Good Companions

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

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Growing Green Bean in Zone 6b

Green Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a popular garden vegetable. In New Brighton, Pennsylvania, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Green Bean grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.