Seychelles Pole Bean (Organic 56 Days)

2017 AAS Winner with highly productive vines and an unusually long harvest window. High-quality, classically flavored dark green, 5-6” straight, stringless pods are produced in loose, hanging trusses and develop seeds slowly for an extended harvest. Uniform pods are good for canning. Suitable for growing in containers, a greenhouse, or in cool conditions.  

50 seeds

PLANTING

Phaseolus vulgaris

Germination: 4-10 days

Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures are 70-85ºF

Seed Sowing Depth: 1” deep 

Outside Sowing: After the last frost with soil temperatures above 60ºF.  Sow 3- 4” apart for trellis/pole growth. Planting in soil under 60ºF results in poor germination. 

How much does a packet plant: 12-foot single row 

Harvest: Before the seeds bulge and beans snap easily. Pick continually every 2-3 days to prolong production.

Tips: Grow in light, well-drained soil, and provide adequate, even moisture, especially at flowering time. Dry soil can result in low yields and fibrous pods. Do not over-fertilize the Fortex Pole Bean with nitrogen, which results in a surplus of foliage and low, delayed pod growth. Adding inoculant at planting time aids in a larger harvest and more robust plants.