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When to Plant Common Bean in Sumrall, Mississippi (39482)

Location

Sumrall, Mississippi

ZIP Code

39482

USDA Zone

8b

Last Frost

Sunday, March 15, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Sunday, March 15, 2026

Based on last frost Sunday, March 15, 2026 · Zone 8b

Pro tip: Sow Common Bean directly outdoors around your last frost date when soil starts to warm.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Phaseolus vulgaris
Days to Maturity 65 days
Mature Height 18-24"
Spread 6"
Type Bush
Fruit Size Medium (pods 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 5-10 days

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🤝 Good Companions

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Common Bean

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🛠️ Supplies You'll Need

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟢 Easy
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Leave pods on the plant until fully dry and papery — seeds rattle inside when ready.

Processing

Shell dried pods, spread seeds on a screen for 2 weeks to dry fully before storing.

Seed Viability

Up to 4 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Beans self-pollinate before flowers open — very little cross-pollination risk, excellent beginner seed crop.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 9 per sq ft of Common Bean. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Common Bean in Sumrall, Mississippi? +

In Sumrall (Zone 8b), direct sow Common Bean outdoors around Sunday, March 15, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Sumrall, Mississippi? +

The average last spring frost date for Sumrall, Mississippi (ZIP 39482) is around Sunday, March 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 8b.

How long does Common Bean take to grow? +

Common Bean typically matures in about 65 days from direct sowing. In Sumrall, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, March 15, 2026 plus 65 days.

Should I start Common Bean indoors or direct sow in Mississippi? +

Common Bean does best when direct sown outdoors. In Sumrall, sow directly around Sunday, March 15, 2026.

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Growing Common Bean in Zone 8b

Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a popular garden vegetable. In Sumrall, Mississippi, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, March 15, 2026.

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