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Bush Bean

Nitrogen-fixing legume that improves soil. Bush varieties don't need support.

easy50-60 days legume

πŸ“ Set Your Location

Enter your location to see personalized planting dates for Bush Bean.

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🌞 Spacing & Care Requirements

πŸ“ Plant Spacing

4 inches apart

⬇️ Planting Depth

1-1.5 inches deep

β˜€οΈ Sunlight

full sun

πŸ’§ Water Needs

moderate

❄️ Frost Tolerance

tender

🌑️ Soil Temperature

Min: 60Β°F | Optimal: 70-80Β°F

πŸ“Š Days to Harvest Calculator

Enter your planting date to calculate when you can expect to harvest your Bush Bean.

🀝 Companion Planting Tips

βœ… Plant With These

corn
squash
cucumber

❌ Keep Away From

onion
garlic
fennel

πŸ› Common Problems for Your Region

Watch out for these common issues when growing Bush Bean:

bean beetles
rust
mosaic virus

πŸ”„ Succession Planting Schedules

For continuous harvests, plant Bush Bean every 2-3 weeks throughout the growing season.

Recommended Planting Schedule:

  • β€’ Spring: Every 2-3 weeks from early spring to late spring
  • β€’ Summer: Take a break during hottest months (June-July)
  • β€’ Fall: Resume planting in late summer for fall harvests

🌍 Regional Variety Recommendations

Set your location to see variety recommendations for your zone.

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