Growing green beans in Florida is an easy task, even for the beginner gardener. Even in poor soil, green beans can yield a decent crop.
Growing green beans in Florida
You can grow a variety of beans in Florida, according to these planting dates.
| Green beans | When to plant | Days to harvest |
| Bush beans | Feb – Apr & Aug – Sept | 50-60 days |
| Pole beans | Feb – Apr & Aug – Sept | 50-70 days |
| Lima beans | Feb – Mar & Aug – Sept | 60-80 days |
Best beans to grow in Florida
Bush beans
If you’re looking for a bush-like growing habit rather than vining, bush beans are your bean.
Varieties for Florida:
- ‘Bush Blue Lake’
- ‘Contender’
- ‘Roma II’
- ‘Provider’
- ‘Cherokee Wax’
Pole beans
There are many types of climbing bean varieties, if you have a trellis prepared.
Varieties for Florida:
- ‘McCaslan’
- ‘Kentucky Wonder’
- ‘Rattlesnake’
- ‘Blue Lake’
Lima beans
Varieties for Florida:
- Fordhook 242
- Henderson
- Jackson
- Wonder
- Dixie (Speckled) Butterpea
- Early Thorogreen
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What you’ll need
Bean seeds are among the easiest seeds to save for next season. Grab seeds from local gardeners and markets, small etsy shops, or try these online seed sellers.
If you’re growing or starting seeds indoors, make sure you’re equipped with pots, soil, etc.
How to plant green beans
Green beans are so easy to grow, in fact, that you can throw them out into the yard and see growth. However, for a more manageable crop, plant 1” deep into the soil, in a location that receives 6 to 8 hours of sunlight daily.
Caring for your green beans
Harvest mature beans regularly to keep your plants producing.
Suggested recipe for green beans
Green bean casserole, or sautee them in butter and garlic!