Phaseolus vulgaris
Bush green bean (50 days) and dry bean (80 days). This multipurpose short season bean bred by bean breeder extraordinaire Robert Lobitz of Minnesota. Grows about 20" tall, a genuine bush bean, with pods about 6" long. Does well in slightly colder climates/soils.
How to grow it:
|
Germ Temp |
Indoor Start |
Germ Days |
Frost Tolerant |
Sun |
Seed Depth |
Plant/Row Spacing |
|
75-85 |
Not rec. |
6-17 d. |
No |
Full |
1-1.5” |
3-6”/8-10” |
|
Direct sow 1” deep after all danger of frost has passed. In row spacing is 3” with 8” between rows. Soaking seeds for 2-4 hours can hasten germination time. Planting with bean specific bacterial inoculum may help boost yields, especially if planting where beans have not grown before. Seed specs: .5 oz., 35-45 seeds |