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When to Plant Green Bean in Fairmount City, Pennsylvania (16224)

Location

Fairmount City, Pennsylvania

ZIP Code

16224

USDA Zone

6a

Last Frost

Monday, April 20, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Monday, March 9, 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 6a

Green Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a popular garden vegetable. In Fairmount City, Pennsylvania, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a, you should direct sow seeds around Monday, March 9, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Monday, April 20, 2026. Green Bean grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.