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Contender · Bush Bean

Zone 2a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Contender to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 25th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 25th
Harvest BeginsJul 14th
Harvest EndsAug 29th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 55°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity50
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBush
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)55
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: Direct-sow once soil warms and stay consistent with watering to keep bush beans fast and tender.