Greencrop Beans produce an abundant crop of tasty beans on prolific bush plants. The long 15-20 cm (6-8") beans are perfect for fresh use, canning, freezing or frenching. Cultivate shallow and often.
SKU: 140097
Growing Information
Grows Best In:
Full Sun
Days to Germination:
6 to 14 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to Maturity:
53 days
Growing Height:
60 cm (24")
Key Features
Plant Type: Vegetable
Botanical Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
Fill Weight (grams): 18
Approximate Seed Count: 45-50
Planting Method: Sow Direct
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Seed Type: Heirloom
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Flavor: Tender
Preparation Ideas: Rinse beans under water. Dry and cut off both ends of beans. Snip beans into 1" pieces. Place beans into large frying pan and add enough water to cover beans. Bring water to boil. Reduce heat, cover the pan and simmer beans until fork tender. Drain beans and add butter, salt and pepper and any other spices you desire.
Sow seeds when the soil is warm and all danger of frost is past. Pick early and often to encourage production. Sow every 2 weeks until 8 weeks before fall frost.
Planting Depth: 2.5 cm (1")
Seed Spacing: 10 cm (4")
Plant Spacing: 15 cm (6")
Row Spacing: 60 cm (24")
Suggestions
Avoid working among the plants while they are damp or wet to reduce chance of disease.