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When to plant french bean in Hobart

Hobart sits in Australia's cool temperate zone. Computed from Hobart's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the french bean window:

Sow

December – March

Transplant

Harvest

~2 months after sowing

Cool temperate zone tip

Wait until after Melbourne Cup weekend to plant beans in Melbourne. Cool soil rots the seeds.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Hobart typically falls in October, with the first returning around April. French Bean is frost-sensitive, so keep it inside that frost-free run.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant french bean in Hobart?

In Hobart (cool temperate zone), sow seed December – March. Expect to harvest roughly 2 months after sowing.

Can you grow french bean in Hobart?

Yes — french bean grows well around Hobart when planted in its window. Wait until after Melbourne Cup weekend to plant beans in Melbourne. Cool soil rots the seeds.