Organic Bean Provider – Renee’s Garden

Phaseolus vulgaris

Heirloom Bush Beans

Certified Organic. Heirlooms whose long, rounded, crispy green pods have rich meaty flavor. Pods are born in abundance on vigorous plants. Great tasting, highly productive and reliable variety.

Seed Count: Approx. 60 – 65/ Weight: 20 g

STARTSEEDSOUTDOORS

In spring, once weather is warm and settled and night temperatures stay securely above 55F (13C) plant seeds in well-worked, fertile soil in full sun. Poke seeds in 1 inch deep and 4 inches apart in rows 1 to 2 feet apart. Make several sowings 2 to 3 weeks apart until the end of June to provide long continued harvests.

GROWINGNOTES

Tender crispy garden beans are an easy and reliable crop to grow, but don’t plant seeds too early as cold conditions prevent good germination. If first sowing comes up unevenly, replant right away; new seedlings will catch up quickly. Birds are often attracted to young bean seedlings, so watch carefully and protect with netting or floating row covers if necessary. Avoid cultivating plants or picking pods when plants are wet.

HARVEST ANDUSE

The vigorous plants bear strong harvests of top quality pods that hold well without getting stringy. The more you pick, the more the plants will produce, and the nitrogen fixing bacteria on the roots of bean plants actually improves your soil. Sow another crop about three weeks after your first planting and youll have a welcome second harvest in late summer. Enjoy tasty Provider beans cooked just until tender crisp. The pods also freeze well if blanched first.