Climate matters. This page is a practical baseline. Confirm cultivar, local frost/heat conditions, mature size and regional restrictions before planting.
Bush Bean — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Phaseolus vulgaris |
|---|---|
| Seed germination (days) | 7–14 |
| Soil temperature for germination (°C) | 15.6–29.4 |
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 50–65 |
| Measured from | Seed |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 10.2–15.2 |
| Mature height (cm) | 45.7–61 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 30.5–45.7 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 3–11 |
| Light | Full sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Sowing method | Direct sow |
Growing directions
Sow seeds 1 in deep in well-drained soil once nighttime temperatures stay above 50°F. Avoid overhead watering once flowers appear to reduce bean rust and fungal issues. Pick pods when they snap cleanly and the seeds inside are still small; regular harvesting extends production. Inoculating seed with rhizobium before planting boosts nitrogen fixation and yield.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0