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Great Northern · Dry Bean

Zone 5b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Great Northern to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 4th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 4th
Harvest BeginsAug 2nd
Harvest EndsOct 5th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBush
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: Plant Great Northern beans only after the soil is reliably warm and moisture is consistent at germination—beans dislike cold, wet ground.