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BEANS
(Phaseolus vulgaris)
) 40-60 seeds per packet. An ancient staple crop grown throughout North and South America. Sow beans 1-2 inches deep in full sun, when danger of frost is past. Soaking for 1-2 hours before planting speeds germination. Beans will rot if soil is cold or very wet. Sow bush types 6-12 inches apart in beds; pole types 6 inches apart in rows. Provide support for pole types. Harvest for snaps when pods are good-sized; keep snaps well-picked, as production slows as seed matures. Strings will develop in over-mature pods in any variety. For dry beans leave pods on the plants until dry, or pick when leathery, and dry indoors.
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Soldier Bush
New!
A favorite of the Mennonite grower Elvin Martin, who brought this bean to our attention. It produces lots of large kidney type beans, even in the far North. The name comes from the red markings that resemble a soldier. A staple bean for many in historic New England, and now a popular heritage soup bean.
Item Code: BN129
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