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When to Plant Common Bean in Claremont, Illinois (62421)

Location

Claremont, Illinois

ZIP Code

62421

USDA Zone

6b

Last Frost

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, April 15, 2026

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

๐ŸŒฟ 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)

โ˜€๏ธ 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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Growing Common Bean in Zone 6b

Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a popular garden vegetable. In Claremont, Illinois, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

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