When to Plant Common Bean in Austin, Texas (78721)

Location

Austin, Texas

ZIP Code

78721

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Friday, February 20, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Friday, February 20, 2026

Based on last frost Friday, February 20, 2026 · Zone 9a

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

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🌿 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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🌾 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 Austin, Texas? +

In Austin (Zone 9a), direct sow Common Bean outdoors around Friday, February 20, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Austin, Texas? +

The average last spring frost date for Austin, Texas (ZIP 78721) is around Friday, February 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 9a.

How long does Common Bean take to grow? +

Common Bean typically matures in about 65 days from direct sowing. In Austin, that means you can expect harvest around Friday, February 20, 2026 plus 65 days.

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

Common Bean does best when direct sown outdoors. In Austin, sow directly around Friday, February 20, 2026.

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Growing Common Bean in Zone 9a

Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a popular garden vegetable. In Austin, Texas, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, February 20, 2026.

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