Bean · Blue Lake

Fabaceae · Phaseolus vulgaris

Characteristics

Frost tender Annual

Climbing bean. Green, rounded, stringless pods growing to 15cm. Excellent flavour. Pods stay tender when mature. Heavy bearing.

The basics

Position: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained

Position

Sowing Seeds

Sow in Spring (after frost), Early Summer
Technique: Direct

Depth: 20 mm Width: 15 cm Rows: 100 cm

Germination

7 to 14 days at 18 to 26°C
Maturity 65 to 75 days

Care

Plants need a medium to climb over; trellis, A-frame or fence are all popular solutions. Pick regularly to encourage more growth.

Journal

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