Description
| Seeds | 50 seeds $2.25, 250 seeds $7.85 |
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Blue Lake (Green Stringless Bush Bean)
Heritage: Blue Lake, California, USA
This bean is a distant relative of the first group of primitive cultivars that spread north from Peru. Developed in the early 1900’s for home use near Blue Lake California as a somewhat stringy bean used primarily for canning. It wasn’t until further breeding was done in Oregon that it was first introduced into the American seed catalogues as stringless in the early 1960’s.
Vigorous upright bushy plants grow to 18” (45cm) in height producing the finest of quality, slightly curved dark green pods up to 6” (15cm) in length. Remains fine dining delicate longer than other varieties due to the prolonged time it takes for the seeds to form. Full flavoured and well suited for freezing. Sometimes described as having a “fresh green flavour”. Heavy yielder in most climates. Considered by some to be the #1 taste standard for home gardens. Shows disease resistance. Maturity: 50-60 days. (3 seeds/g)
Tips for Growing Bountiful Beans! When the soil has warmed, plant Bush Beans 1” (2.5cm) deep and 2-3” (5-7.5cm) apart. Bush beans are excellent planting companions for; Celery, Cucumbers, Strawberries and Corn. However, do not plant them near Fennel or Onions. Similar to bush beans, Pole Beans also require warm soil. Plant 2” (5cm) deep in hills around poles or corn stalks, against a fence support or around long branches tied together at the top to form teepees. Sow 4-6 beans per hill. For all varieties of beans, full warm sun and good air circulation between the plants is essential for growth, and disease resistance. Do not plant pole beans around Sunflowers – they have a mutual dislike for each other! Bush and pole beans usually germinate within 3-7 days (60-85ºF/16-29ºC).
