Description
| Seeds | 50 seeds $2.25, 250 seeds $7.85 |
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Slenderette (Green Stringless Filet Bush Bean)
Heritage: Northwestern USA
An American developed version of the classic French filet, Slenderette was first introduced to gardeners in 1968. By 1980 further breeding at Rutgers University produced a plant that was disease resistant to rust. Some referred to Slenderette as the “new Blue Lake”.
Plants are quite vigorous growing to 20” (50cm) tall producing a continuous supply of slender glossy green stringless pods 5” (13cm) long. Gourmet tender and delicate. Shows disease resistance to rust. Bush. Matures in 50-60 days. (4 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).
