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Exceptional culinary quality, with silky texture and thin skin. High Mowing Organic Seeds - Mild flavor and drier texture excellent for chili, bean salads, baked and in soups. Medium-sized plants are sturdy and widely adapted, producing well even in cool, wet climates like the Northeast. Widely-adapted Bush habit Open-Pollinated 1 oz of Seed (145 seeds on average) Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest dry beans when the pods are completely mature and dry. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Plant Rows Apart 36"-48" Firefly Farm may substitute seed vendors based on availablity.

Exceptional culinary quality, with silky texture and thin skin.
High Mowing Organic Seeds - Mild flavor and drier texture excellent for chili, bean salads, baked and in soups. Medium-sized plants are sturdy and widely adapted, producing well even in cool, wet climates like the Northeast.
<ul>
<li>Widely-adapted</li>
<li>Bush habit</li>
<li>Open-Pollinated</li>
<li>1 oz of Seed (145 seeds on average)</li>
</ul>
<ul></ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest dry beans when the pods are completely mature and dry.
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed 2" apart</li>
<li>Planting Depth 1"</li>
<li>Plant Rows Apart 36"-48"</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm may substitute seed vendors based on availablity.

Light Red Kidney Bush Bean, Dry Bean, Organic

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High Mowing Organic Seeds - Pre-mixed purple, yellow, and green snap beans make an eye-catching custom blend. No more hand mixing after a bean harvest our tri-color bean blend makes it easy and efficient to offer bags of colorful beans! Varieties were selected for their excellent flavor and even rates of maturity. Plant successions and harvest these beautiful, festive beans all season. Includes gold, purple and green snap beans. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated HMOs Exclusive Matures evenly 4-6" pods 55 days 1 oz approx. 145 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest dry beans when the pods are completely mature and dry. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1-2" Plant Rows Apart 36"- 48"

High Mowing Organic Seeds - Pre-mixed purple, yellow, and green snap beans make an eye-catching custom blend. No more hand mixing after a bean harvest our tri-color bean blend makes it easy and efficient to offer bags of colorful beans! Varieties were selected for their excellent flavor and even rates of maturity. Plant successions and harvest these beautiful, festive beans all season. Includes gold, purple and green snap beans.
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated </li>
<li>HMOs Exclusive </li>
<li>Matures evenly </li>
<li>4-6" pods </li>
<li>55 days</li>
<li>1 oz approx. 145 seeds  
</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest dry beans when the pods are completely mature and dry.
Direct Seed 2" apart
Planting Depth 1-2" 
Plant Rows Apart 36"- 48"

Mardi Gras Bean Blend

The Seed Exchange - (aka Amish Knuttle) Cut short-type bean packed with small square seeds that are white speckled with rose. Prized for delicious flavor despite strings. Also excellent as a dry bean. Pole habit, snap or dry, 100 days. It is said these beans came over with the Pilgrims but it’s more likely they were gifted by Native Americans. Pole bean Square white seeds speckled with rose Delicious flavor despite strings Excellent as a dry bean Snap or dry bean 100 days Instructions -Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest snap beans frequently for increased yields. Leave some pods on the vine and harvest when completely mature for dry beans. Direct Seed 2" apart Plant 1" deep Support using Trellis, tepee, or fencing Full sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

The Seed Exchange - (aka Amish Knuttle) Cut short-type bean packed with small square seeds that are white speckled with rose. Prized for delicious flavor despite strings. Also excellent as a dry bean. Pole habit, snap or dry, 100 days.
It is said these beans came over with the Pilgrims but it’s more likely they were gifted by Native Americans. 
<ul>
<li>Pole bean</li>
<li>Square white seeds speckled with rose</li>
<li>Delicious flavor despite strings</li>
<li>Excellent as a dry bean</li>
<li>Snap or dry bean</li>
<li>100 days</li>
</ul>
Instructions -Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest snap beans frequently for increased yields. Leave some pods on the vine and harvest when completely mature for dry beans.
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed 2" apart</li>
<li>Plant 1" deep</li>
<li>Support using Trellis, tepee, or fencing</li>
<li>Full sun </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability
We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at <a href="https://fireflyfarmandmercantile.com/pages/seeds-vegetables" data-mce-fragment="1">Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)</a>

Mayflower Bean, Heirloom 1500's, Cut-short Bean

Firefly Minipack 15 Seeds

Firefly Farm 50 Seeds

Seedsavers Exchange 50 Seeds

Firefly Farm 250 Seeds

On Backorder until April - Northeaster Pole Bean - Romano bean with buttery flavor and hearty texture. Northeaster is consistently one of the earliest pole beans in our trials and is well-suited to short seasons. Flattened, pale green pods on tall, vigorous vines. Quick to harvest as beans are easy to distinguish from the foliage. Re-discovered by Rob Johnston of Johnny's Selected Seeds. White seeds. These beans tend to keep producing and are named for cold winds that blow off the Atlantic Ocean. They can handle cooler weather better than most beans but still do not like frost so plant after the potential for frost is gone. Very early 7-8" flattened pods Open-Pollinated 8-10’ vines Short season bean 1 oz of seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after 2-3 weeks of last frost as beans do like the ground to be warmer. Plan to support with trellis or stakes, even though it is a bush bean, the plant likes the extra support. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Plant 36-48" apart

On Backorder until April - Northeaster Pole Bean -  Romano bean with buttery flavor and hearty texture.
Northeaster is consistently one of the earliest pole beans in our trials and is well-suited to short seasons. Flattened, pale green pods on tall, vigorous vines. Quick to harvest as beans are easy to distinguish from the foliage. Re-discovered by Rob Johnston of Johnny's Selected Seeds. White seeds.
These beans tend to keep producing and are named for cold winds that blow off the Atlantic Ocean. They can handle cooler weather better than most beans but still do not like frost so plant after the potential for frost is gone. 
<ul>
<li>Very early</li>
<li>7-8" flattened pods</li>
<li>Open-Pollinated</li>
<li>8-10’ vines</li>
<li>Short season bean</li>
<li>1 oz of seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after 2-3 weeks of last frost as beans do like the ground to be warmer. Plan to support with trellis or stakes, even though it is a bush bean, the plant likes the extra support. 
Direct Seed 2" apart
Planting Depth 1"
Plant 36-48" apart

Northeaster Pole Bean, Early Riser, Romano Bean, Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - also knowns as Bicolor Runner, Painted Runner. Friar Antonio de Arrabida described this species in Flora of Rio de Janeiro in 1827. Incredibly beautiful bi-colored blossoms are very attractive to hummingbird moths. This strain is less affected by warmer temperatures than other runner beans and is a prolific bloomer. Esteemed as both an ornamental and edible climber. Pole habit, 68 days. ±450 seeds/lb. Characteristics: Bi-colored blossoms attract hummingbirds Beans are black and speckled with tan edges Esteemed as both an ornamental and edible climber Tolerates heat Pole bean 68 days ±450 seeds/lb 25 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Runner beans prefer full sun, although they tolerate part shade very well. Young pods can be eaten whole, or the beans can be eaten fresh or dried. Even the flowers are edible. Direct Seed: 2" Apart Seed Depth: 1" Rows Apart: 24-36" Support: Trellis, tepee, or netting Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - also knowns as Bicolor Runner, Painted Runner. Friar Antonio de Arrabida described this species in Flora of Rio de Janeiro in 1827. Incredibly beautiful bi-colored blossoms are very attractive to hummingbird moths. This strain is less affected by warmer temperatures than other runner beans and is a prolific bloomer. Esteemed as both an ornamental and edible climber. Pole habit, 68 days. ±450 seeds/lb. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Bi-colored blossoms attract hummingbirds</li>
<li>Beans are black and speckled with tan edges</li>
<li>Esteemed as both an ornamental and edible climber</li>
<li>Tolerates heat</li>
<li>Pole bean</li>
<li>68 days</li>
<li>±450 seeds/lb</li>
<li>25 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Runner beans prefer full sun, although they tolerate part shade very well. Young pods can be eaten whole, or the beans can be eaten fresh or dried. Even the flowers are edible.
<meta charset="utf-8">Direct Seed: 2" Apart
<meta charset="utf-8">Seed Depth: 1"
<meta charset="utf-8">Rows Apart: 24-36"
<meta charset="utf-8">Support: Trellis, tepee, or netting
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Painted Lady Improved Runner Bean, 1827 Heirloom

Firefly Farm Minipack 10 Seed

Firefly Farm 25 Seeds

Seedsavers Exchange 25 Seeds

Seed Exchange - Lovely waxy and golden beans that seem to go on forever. The beans are very productive and can be used in fresh eating, cooked, frozen and canned. Bush bean Wax bean with delicious flavor Stringless pods 5-7 inch long pods 50-65 days Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Rows 36-48" apart

Seed Exchange - Lovely waxy and golden beans that seem to go on forever. The beans are very productive and can be used in fresh eating, cooked, frozen and canned. 
<ul>
<li>Bush bean</li>
<li>Wax bean with delicious flavor</li>
<li>Stringless pods</li>
<li>5-7 inch long pods</li>
<li>50-65 days</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields.
Direct Seed 2" apart
Planting Depth 1"
Rows 36-48" apart

Pencil Pod Golden Wax Bush Bean, 1900 Heirloom

Potawatomi Lima Bean - A vigorous and heavy producer. In our zone 4 garden we plenty to eat and plenty to raise for seed. If you want to try limas for the first time, this would be one of my top choices. We grow this variety in our heirloom gardens at Firefly Farm & Mercantile in Cashton, Wisconsin. The Potawatomi lima was stewarded by the Potawatomi Nations of southern Michigan. They are one of the top limas for the north. They can be braised, boiled, or sauted fresh. They always provide us with creamy and delicious dishes. Characteristics: Good for the North and Great for the South Prolific producer Pole Lima bean 85 days for eating, 105 for dried 10 or 25 seeds or enough to do 10-12' of fence Instructions: Lima beans thrive in hot temperatures. Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Seeds will germinate in 7-18 days. Limas prefer full sun. Direct Seed 2-3" apart or 6" apart if you want to skip thinning. We hold a few seeds back in case we have any gaps. Planting Depth 1" Rows Apart: 48-72" or we just run them down our fence line. Full Sun

Potawatomi Lima Bean - A vigorous and heavy producer. In our zone 4 garden we plenty to eat and plenty to raise for seed.   If you want to try limas for the first time, this would be one of my top choices. We grow this variety in our heirloom gardens at Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile in Cashton, Wisconsin. 
The Potawatomi lima was stewarded by the Potawatomi Nations of southern Michigan. They are one of the top limas for the north. They can be braised, boiled, or sauted fresh. They always provide us with creamy and delicious dishes.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Good for the North and Great for the South</li>
<li>Prolific producer</li>
<li>Pole Lima bean</li>
<li>85 days for eating, 105 for dried</li>
<li>10 or 25 seeds or enough to do 10-12' of fence</li>
</ul>
Instructions: 
Lima beans thrive in hot temperatures. Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Seeds will germinate in 7-18 days. Limas prefer full sun. 
Direct Seed 2-3" apart or 6" apart if you want to skip thinning. We hold a few seeds back in case we have any gaps. 
Planting Depth 1"
Rows Apart: 48-72" or we just run them down our fence line. 
Full Sun

Potawatomi Lima Bean, Butterbean, Historic Heirloom of the Potawatomi Nation

Firefly Farm Mini-Packet - 10 Seeds

Firefly Farm Packet - 25 Seeds

The Seed Exchange - Known as the most dependable early green bean, this easy-to-grow variety offers excellent flavor and is one of the best for freezing and canning. It germinates well in cooler soil, adapts to diverse soil and climate conditions, and is disease-resistant. Round, straight pods grow heavily on compact plants. Introduced in 1965 by horticulturist Dr. Hoffman of the U.S. Vegetable Laboratory in South Carolina. Bush habit, snap, 50-55 days. Bush bean Excellent flavor Disease resistant Cool-weather tolerant Snap bean 50-55 days ±1,200 seeds/lb Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Plant 1" deep Plant Rows 36-48" apart Full sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

The Seed Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">Known as the most dependable early green bean, this easy-to-grow variety offers excellent flavor and is one of the best for freezing and canning. It germinates well in cooler soil, adapts to diverse soil and climate conditions, and is disease-resistant. Round, straight pods grow heavily on compact plants. Introduced in 1965 by horticulturist Dr. Hoffman of the U.S. Vegetable Laboratory in South Carolina. Bush habit, snap, 50-55 days.
<ul>
<li>Bush bean</li>
<li>Excellent flavor</li>
<li>Disease resistant</li>
<li>Cool-weather tolerant</li>
<li>Snap bean</li>
<li>50-55 days</li>
<li>±1,200 seeds/lb</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields.
Direct Seed 2" apart 
Plant 1" deep
Plant Rows 36-48" apart
Full sun 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability
We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at <a href="https://fireflyfarmandmercantile.com/pages/seeds-vegetables" data-mce-fragment="1" data-mce-href="https://fireflyfarmandmercantile.com/pages/seeds-vegetables">Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)</a>

Provider Bush Bean

The standard fresh market variety for green beans. High Mowing Organic Seeds - Provider comes through every year with early, heavy yields of attractive, uniform beans. Plants are vigorous and productive with strong root systems, even under adverse conditions. Good resistance to mildew and virus. Purple seeds. 5-6" pods Open-Pollinated Stringless 1 ounce of seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Plant 1" deep Plant Rows 36-48" apart Full sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

The standard fresh market variety for green beans.
High Mowing Organic Seeds - Provider comes through every year with early, heavy yields of attractive, uniform beans. Plants are vigorous and productive with strong root systems, even under adverse conditions. Good resistance to mildew and virus. Purple seeds.
<ul>
<li>5-6" pods</li>
<li>Open-Pollinated</li>
<li>Stringless</li>
<li>1 ounce of seeds</li>
</ul>
<ul></ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields.
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed 2" apart</li>
<li>Plant 1" deep</li>
<li>Plant Rows 36-48" apart</li>
<li>Full sun </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability
We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at <a data-mce-fragment="1" href="https://fireflyfarmandmercantile.com/pages/seeds-vegetables" data-mce-href="https://fireflyfarmandmercantile.com/pages/seeds-vegetables">Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)</a>

Provider Bush Bean, Organic

Seed Exchange - Plants of this historic variety climb vigorously to 6' to show off an abundance of reddish-purple pods that are high-quality, hearty, and stringless. The pods grow 5-7"-long and turn to light green when cooked. Henry Field discovered this variety in an Ozarks garden in the 1930s. Do not confuse this with our Blue Coco Bean, they may be one in the same but only history will know for sure. This variety is said to be stringless while Blue Coco when more mature does have strings. For the taste, I side with Blue Coco. Conventional Pole beans Snap bean Reddish Purple, stringless pods Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently to increase yield. Pods can be left on the vine to mature and then harvested as dry beans. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Support with trellis, teepee, or fencing

Seed Exchange - Plants of this historic variety climb vigorously to 6' to show off an abundance of reddish-purple pods that are high-quality, hearty, and stringless. The pods grow 5-7"-long and turn to light green when cooked. Henry Field discovered this variety in an Ozarks garden in the 1930s. 
Do not confuse this with our <a href="https://fireflyfarmandmercantile.com/products/blue-coco-pole-bean-1775-french-heirloom?" title="Blue Coco or Purple Pod Bean">Blue Coco Bean</a>, they may be one in the same but only history will know for sure. This variety is said to be stringless while <a href="https://fireflyfarmandmercantile.com/products/blue-coco-pole-bean-1775-french-heirloom?" title="Blue Coco Bean">Blue Coco</a> when more mature does have strings. For the taste, I side with <a href="https://fireflyfarmandmercantile.com/products/blue-coco-pole-bean-1775-french-heirloom?" title="Blue Coco Bean">Blue Coco.</a> 
<ul>
<li>Conventional</li>
<li>Pole beans</li>
<li>Snap bean</li>
<li>Reddish Purple, stringless pods</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently to increase yield. Pods can be left on the vine to mature and then harvested as dry beans.
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed 2" apart</li>
<li>Planting Depth 1"</li>
<li>Support with trellis, teepee, or fencing</li>
</ul>

Purple Podded Pole Bean, 1930’s Heirloom

Seedsaver Exchange 50 Seeds

High Mowing Organic Seeds - Large, medium- to late-maturing beans with delicious creamy flavor. The first pinto variety with genetic resistance to BCM and CTV, bred in collaboration with Washington State University. Susceptible to Rust. Speckled tan seeds. Very high-yielding pinto ideal for slow-cooking and canning. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated Upright bush habit High disease resistance 106 days to bloom 1oz (75-90 beans) Instructions - Beans only require average fertility and prefer pH in the 6.0 - 6.8 range. Choose well-drained, warm soils and use inoculants to increase yields where natural Rhizobia populations are low. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-95°F. Beans are particularly sensitive to cool soils and are prone to rot if temperatures are below 55°F. Harvest early and often to increase yields. Remove oversized beans to maintain pod production. Dry beans are harvested once in the fall when plants are drying down. Dry further in cool, dry conditions prior to long-term storage. Beans are ready for storage when the seed coat can not be dented by a fingernail. Store beans in a cool dry place. Sow 1-2" Deep Plant 2-3" apart Space 28-36" apart in rows Days to maturity are from direct seeding after frost danger has passed Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

High Mowing Organic Seeds -
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Large, medium- to late-maturing beans with delicious creamy flavor. The first pinto variety with genetic resistance to BCM and CTV, bred in collaboration with Washington State University. Susceptible to Rust. Speckled tan seeds. Very high-yielding pinto ideal for slow-cooking and canning. 
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated </li>
<li>Upright bush habit </li>
<li>High disease resistance </li>
<li>106 days to bloom </li>
<li>1oz (75-90 beans)</li>
</ul>
Instructions -
<meta charset="utf-8">
Beans only require average fertility and prefer pH in the 6.0 - 6.8 range. Choose well-drained, warm soils and use inoculants to increase yields where natural Rhizobia populations are low. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-95°F. Beans are particularly sensitive to cool soils and are prone to rot if temperatures are below 55°F. 
<meta charset="utf-8">
Harvest early and often to increase yields. Remove oversized beans to maintain pod production. Dry beans are harvested once in the fall when plants are drying down. 
<meta charset="utf-8">
Dry further in cool, dry conditions prior to long-term storage. Beans are ready for storage when the seed coat can not be dented by a fingernail. Store beans in a cool dry place. 
<ul>
<li>Sow 1-2" Deep</li>
<li>Plant 2-3" apart </li>
<li>Space 28-36" apart in rows </li>
<li>Days to maturity are from direct seeding after frost danger has passed </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Quincy Pinto Dry Bean, Organic

🐍 Rattlesnake Pole Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) A legendary performer in the vegetable garden, the Rattlesnake Pole Bean is a heritage favorite that combines striking visual beauty with rugged reliability. Known for its distinct purple-streaked pods and its ability to thrive where other beans wilt, this variety is a "must-have" for gardeners seeking both high yields and heirloom charm. 📜 Historical Origin The Rattlesnake Pole Bean is a venerable Native American heirloom with origins specifically attributed to the Hopi people of the Southwest United States. As a crop developed within the Hopi tradition of "dry farming" in the high desert, it was bred for resilience. Its extraordinary ability to withstand intense heat, wind, and periods of drought is a direct legacy of its Southwestern heritage. While it was later adopted and popularized by gardeners in the American Southeast—who valued its performance in humid heat—it remains a testament to the sophisticated agricultural practices of the Hopi Nation. Its name honors the dark, serpentine purple markings that camouflage the pods against the vine. 📊 Product Specifications Feature Details Type Pole / Climbing Heirloom Days to Maturity 60–75 Days Pod Length 7–8 inches Color Green with dark purple "snake" streaks Plant Height 8–10 feet (Requires support) Environment Full Sun; excels in high-heat and arid conditions Seed Appearance Buff-colored with dark brown splashes ✨ Key Features Southwest Resilience: Specifically bred to survive and produce in the scorching mid-summer sun that causes other varieties to drop their blossoms. Vigorous Growth: These vines are aggressive climbers, quickly covering trellises, fences, or cornstalks (making them a perfect component for a "Three Sisters" garden). Stunning Aesthetics: The pods feature a dramatic contrast of deep purple over bright green, making them as much an ornamental feature as a food source. Heavy Producer: This variety is known for a "continuous harvest" cycle—the more you pick, the more it produces until the first frost. 🍽️ Flavor Profile & Culinary Uses The Rattlesnake bean is widely regarded as one of the best-tasting pole beans available. It possesses a rich, sweet, and nutty flavor that is far more complex than standard grocery store varieties. Culinary Note: The purple streaks are water-soluble. When blanched or steamed, the purple markings disappear, and the bean transforms into a solid, vibrant emerald green. Snap Stage: Harvest at 5–6 inches for the most tender, stringless experience. Dry Stage: If left to mature, the seeds become excellent "soup beans" with a creamy texture that holds up well to slow cooking. 🌱 Growing Tips Soil & Sowing: Plant after all danger of frost has passed and the soil has reached at least 65°F (18°C). They thrive in well-drained soil. Vertical Support: Provide a sturdy trellis or cattle panel at least 7 feet high. These vines are heavy and will lean on weak supports. Spacing: Sow seeds 1 inch deep, spaced 3 inches apart along the base of your support system. Traditional Planting: In the spirit of its origins, it grows beautifully alongside corn, using the stalks as a natural trellis. 📦 Why Choose Rattlesnake Beans? Whether you are gardening in the arid Southwest or the humid East Coast, the Rattlesnake Pole Bean is an unbeatable choice. It is a piece of living history from the Hopi people that provides a massive harvest with minimal fuss.

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A legendary performer in the vegetable garden, the Rattlesnake Pole Bean is a heritage favorite that combines striking visual beauty with rugged reliability. Known for its distinct purple-streaked pods and its ability to thrive where other beans wilt, this variety is a "must-have" for gardeners seeking both high yields and heirloom charm.
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<h3 data-line="12" id="📜 Historical Origin">📜 Historical Origin</h3>
The Rattlesnake Pole Bean is a venerable Native American heirloom with origins specifically attributed to the Hopi people of the Southwest United States.
As a crop developed within the Hopi tradition of "dry farming" in the high desert, it was bred for resilience. Its extraordinary ability to withstand intense heat, wind, and periods of drought is a direct legacy of its Southwestern heritage. While it was later adopted and popularized by gardeners in the American Southeast—who valued its performance in humid heat—it remains a testament to the sophisticated agricultural practices of the Hopi Nation. Its name honors the dark, serpentine purple markings that camouflage the pods against the vine.
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<h3 data-line="19" id="📊 Product Specifications">📊 Product Specifications</h3>
<table data-line="21">
<thead data-line="21">
<tr data-line="21">
<th>Feature</th>
<th>Details</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="23">
<tr data-line="23">
<td>Type</td>
<td>Pole / Climbing Heirloom</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="24">
<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>60–75 Days</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="25">
<td>Pod Length</td>
<td>7–8 inches</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="26">
<td>Color</td>
<td>Green with dark purple "snake" streaks</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Plant Height</td>
<td>8–10 feet (Requires support)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Environment</td>
<td>Full Sun; excels in high-heat and arid conditions</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Seed Appearance</td>
<td>Buff-colored with dark brown splashes</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 data-line="33" id="✨ Key Features">✨ Key Features</h3>
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<li data-line="35">
Southwest Resilience: Specifically bred to survive and produce in the scorching mid-summer sun that causes other varieties to drop their blossoms.</li>
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Vigorous Growth: These vines are aggressive climbers, quickly covering trellises, fences, or cornstalks (making them a perfect component for a "Three Sisters" garden).</li>
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Stunning Aesthetics: The pods feature a dramatic contrast of deep purple over bright green, making them as much an ornamental feature as a food source.</li>
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Heavy Producer: This variety is known for a "continuous harvest" cycle—the more you pick, the more it produces until the first frost.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="42" id="🍽️ Flavor Profile &amp; Culinary Uses">🍽️ Flavor Profile &amp; Culinary Uses</h3>
The Rattlesnake bean is widely regarded as one of the best-tasting pole beans available. It possesses a rich, sweet, and nutty flavor that is far more complex than standard grocery store varieties.
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Culinary Note: The purple streaks are water-soluble. When blanched or steamed, the purple markings disappear, and the bean transforms into a solid, vibrant emerald green.
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Snap Stage: Harvest at 5–6 inches for the most tender, stringless experience.</li>
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Dry Stage: If left to mature, the seeds become excellent "soup beans" with a creamy texture that holds up well to slow cooking.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="53" id="🌱 Growing Tips">🌱 Growing Tips</h3>
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Soil &amp; Sowing: Plant after all danger of frost has passed and the soil has reached at least 65°F (18°C). They thrive in well-drained soil.</li>
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Vertical Support: Provide a sturdy trellis or cattle panel at least 7 feet high. These vines are heavy and will lean on weak supports.</li>
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Spacing: Sow seeds 1 inch deep, spaced 3 inches apart along the base of your support system.</li>
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Traditional Planting: In the spirit of its origins, it grows beautifully alongside corn, using the stalks as a natural trellis.</li>
</ol>
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<h3 data-line="62" id="📦 Why Choose Rattlesnake Beans?">📦 Why Choose Rattlesnake Beans?</h3>
Whether you are gardening in the arid Southwest or the humid East Coast, the Rattlesnake Pole Bean is an unbeatable choice. It is a piece of living history from the Hopi people that provides a massive harvest with minimal fuss.

Rattlesnake Pole Bean, Heirloom, Organic

Firefly Farm - 25 Seeds (grown at Firefly - good for 7-8'

Firefly Farm 1 oz Seed (grown at Firefly)

Firefly Farm 1oz Organic Seeds

High Mowing Organic Seed - 1 oz organic seeds

Seedsaver's Strain (Grown at Firefly) 50 Seeds

Romano Bean Seeds - Heirloom Italian Flat Beans Discover the flavor of Italy in your garden! Romano bean seeds (Phaseolus vulgaris) produce long, flat, tender pods bursting with nutty sweetness. This classic heirloom variety is a staple for fresh eating, stir-fries, soups, and canning. Non-GMO, open-pollinated, and ready to thrive in your veggie patch. Key Features Pod Perfection: 5-6" long, broad, stringless pods with superior flavor—crisp when young, meaty when mature. High Yields: Bush habit (no trellis needed) delivers 4-6 lbs per plant over 2 months. Disease Resistant: Tolerates heat, humidity, and common bean blights for reliable harvests. Versatile Harvest: Pick fresh at 45-60 days; pods stay tender longer than standard green beans. Organic Gardening Favorite: Perfect for sustainable farms or backyard plots; attracts pollinators. "The best Romano beans I've grown—prolific and delicious!" – Customer Review Growing Instructions Planting Time: Sow directly outdoors after last frost (soil 60°F+). Ideal for warm seasons in zones 3-10. Spacing: 2-4" apart in rows 18-24" apart; thin to 6" for bushier growth. Soil & Care: Full sun, well-drained fertile soil (pH 6.0-7.0). Water consistently; mulch to retain moisture. Harvest: Pick every 2-3 days starting at 45 days to encourage production. Succession plant every 2 weeks for continuous supply. Seed Rate: 1 oz sows ~30 ft row (≈150 seeds). Specification Details Plant Type Bush Bean Maturity 55-65 days Height 18-24" Seeds/Packet 100+ Germination 7-10 days (80%+ rate) Ready to grow? Add Romano Bean Seeds to your cart today and elevate your harvest! 🌱🍲

Romano Bean Seeds - Heirloom Italian Flat Beans
Discover the flavor of Italy in your garden! Romano bean seeds (Phaseolus vulgaris) produce long, flat, tender pods bursting with nutty sweetness. This classic heirloom variety is a staple for fresh eating, stir-fries, soups, and canning. Non-GMO, open-pollinated, and ready to thrive in your veggie patch.
<h3 data-line="7" id="Key Features">Key Features</h3>
<ul data-line="8">
<li data-line="8">
Pod Perfection: 5-6" long, broad, stringless pods with superior flavor—crisp when young, meaty when mature.</li>
<li data-line="9">
High Yields: Bush habit (no trellis needed) delivers 4-6 lbs per plant over 2 months.</li>
<li data-line="10">
Disease Resistant: Tolerates heat, humidity, and common bean blights for reliable harvests.</li>
<li data-line="11">
Versatile Harvest: Pick fresh at 45-60 days; pods stay tender longer than standard green beans.</li>
<li data-line="12">
Organic Gardening Favorite: Perfect for sustainable farms or backyard plots; attracts pollinators.</li>
</ul>
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"The best Romano beans I've grown—prolific and delicious!" – Customer Review
</blockquote>
<h3 data-line="16" id="Growing Instructions">Growing Instructions</h3>
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Planting Time: Sow directly outdoors after last frost (soil 60°F+). Ideal for warm seasons in zones 3-10.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Spacing: 2-4" apart in rows 18-24" apart; thin to 6" for bushier growth.</li>
<li data-line="19">
Soil &amp; Care: Full sun, well-drained fertile soil (pH 6.0-7.0). Water consistently; mulch to retain moisture.</li>
<li data-line="20">
Harvest: Pick every 2-3 days starting at 45 days to encourage production. Succession plant every 2 weeks for continuous supply.</li>
<li data-line="21">
Seed Rate: 1 oz sows ~30 ft row (≈150 seeds).</li>
</ol>
<table data-line="23">
<thead data-line="23">
<tr data-line="23">
<th>Specification</th>
<th>Details</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="25">
<tr data-line="25">
<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Bush Bean</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="26">
<td>Maturity</td>
<td>55-65 days</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Height</td>
<td>18-24"</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Seeds/Packet</td>
<td>100+</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Germination</td>
<td>7-10 days (80%+ rate)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Ready to grow? Add Romano Bean Seeds to your cart today and elevate your harvest! 🌱🍲

Romano Bush Bean, Organic options available

Firefly Farm 25 Organic Seeds

Seed Exchange - Bred at the University of New Hampshire by the late Professor Elwyn Meader. Introduced by the Billy Hepler Seed Company in 1957. Distinctive purple foliage and purple flowers. Bright purple, stringless, slightly curved 5" pods turn green when cooked. Germinates well even in cold wet soil. Pole bean Open-Pollinated Purple pods, flowers, and foliage Germinates well in cold wet soil Snap bean 55 days 50 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Plant 1" deep Plant Rows 36-48" apart Full sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Seed Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">Bred at the University of New Hampshire by the late Professor Elwyn Meader. Introduced by the Billy Hepler Seed Company in 1957. Distinctive purple foliage and purple flowers. Bright purple, stringless, slightly curved 5" pods turn green when cooked. Germinates well even in cold wet soil.
<ul>
<li>Pole bean</li>
<li>Open-Pollinated</li>
<li>Purple pods, flowers, and foliage</li>
<li>Germinates well in cold wet soil</li>
<li>Snap bean</li>
<li>55 days</li>
<li>50 Seeds per packet 
</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields.
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed 2" apart 
</li>
<li>Plant 1" deep</li>
<li>Plant Rows 36-48" apart</li>
<li>Full sun </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability
We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at <a href="https://fireflyfarmandmercantile.com/pages/seeds-vegetables" data-mce-fragment="1">Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)</a>

Royalty Purple Pod Pole Bean. 1957 New Hampsire Heirloom

Seedsaver's Exchange - 50 Seeds

Firefly Farm Packet - 50 Seeds

Scarlet Runner Beans, like all runner beans, they prefer cool nights and cooler days so it tends to do better as a fresh eating bean in environments like New England or the Pacific Northwests along the coasts. We grow it every year for ourselves to harvest as dried beans and to enjoy the hummingbirds flying around. We do not get the privilege of tender runner beans in our part of Wisconsin. We plant it every 4-6" The Seed Savers Exchange - One of the oldest runner beans in existence. Already well-known in 1735 according to The Gardener’s Dictionary by English botanist Philip Miller; listed in America as early as 1806 by McMahon. Used for ornamental purposes or as a vegetable: small snap pods or green shell beans. Can substitute for limas in cooler climates. Pole habit, 65 days. ±450 seeds/lb. Characteristics: Scarlet blossoms Beans mature to black and speckled mauve Used for ornamental purposes or as small snap pods or green shell beans Pole bean 65 days 25 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Runner beans prefer full sun, although they tolerate part shade very well. Young pods can be eaten whole, or the beans can be eaten fresh or dried. Even the flowers are edible. Direct Seed 2" apart Seed Depth: 1" Rows Apart: 24-36" Support: Trellis, tepee, or netting Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Scarlet Runner Beans, like all runner beans, they prefer cool nights and cooler days so it tends to do better as a fresh eating bean in environments like New England or the Pacific Northwests along the coasts. We grow it every year for ourselves to harvest as dried beans and to enjoy the hummingbirds flying around. We do not get the privilege of tender runner beans in our part of Wisconsin.   We plant it every 4-6" 
The Seed Savers Exchange - One of the oldest runner beans in existence. Already well-known in 1735 according to The Gardener’s Dictionary by English botanist Philip Miller; listed in America as early as 1806 by McMahon. Used for ornamental purposes or as a vegetable: small snap pods or green shell beans. Can substitute for limas in cooler climates. Pole habit, 65 days. ±450 seeds/lb.
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Scarlet blossoms</li>
<li>Beans mature to black and speckled mauve</li>
<li>Used for ornamental purposes or as small snap pods or green shell beans</li>
<li>Pole bean</li>
<li>65 days</li>
<li>25 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Runner beans prefer full sun, although they tolerate part shade very well. Young pods can be eaten whole, or the beans can be eaten fresh or dried. Even the flowers are edible.
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed 2" apart</li>
<li>Seed Depth: 1"</li>
<li>Rows Apart: 24-36"</li>
<li>Support: Trellis, tepee, or netting</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Scarlet Runner Bean, 1735 Heirloom

Firefly Farm Minipacket - 10 Seeds

Firefly Farm - 25 Seeds (good for 8')

Seedsavers Exchange - 25 Seeds

Seychelle Pole Bean The Award-Winning Gourmet Standard for Vertical Gardening Elevate your garden with the Seychelle Pole Bean, a variety that redefined the expectations for home-grown snap beans. As a prestigious All-America Selections (AAS) Winner, Seychelle is celebrated for its exceptional uniformity, high yields, and gourmet "filet" quality. These vigorous vines produce heavy clusters of slender, 5-to-6-inch pods that are remarkably crunchy, sweet, and entirely stringless. If you are looking for a reliable, disease-resistant bean that maximizes vertical space, Seychelle is the professional choice. 📜 Historical Heritage & Origin The Seychelle Pole Bean is a triumph of modern horticultural breeding, developed by Peterborough-based breeders in the United Kingdom. While many pole beans are ancient heirlooms, Seychelle was bred to solve the common frustrations of the home gardener: low disease resistance and "stringy" pods. It stepped into the global spotlight in 2017, when it earned the All-America Selections (AAS) National Award. Judges across North America were impressed by its "hybrid vigor," noting that it outperformed older varieties in both taste and productivity. It represents the "new generation" of garden classics—maintaining the old-fashioned, rich bean flavor of a heritage variety while incorporating the robust health and high-yield genetics of modern breeding. ✨ Product Highlights 2017 AAS Winner: Extensively trialed and proven to be one of the best performing pole beans in North America. Gourmet Filet Quality: Produces straight, dark-green pods that are slender and tender, comparable to the finest French beans. Disease Resistant: Highly resistant to Bean Common Mosaic Virus (BCMV), ensuring a healthy crop even in challenging conditions. Vigorous Climber: Quickly covers a trellis or bean teepee, producing clusters of pods at every node for a continuous harvest. Totally Stringless: Even when the beans get a bit larger, they maintain a crisp, snap-bean texture without any tough strings. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Plant Type Annual (Award-Winning Pole Bean) Growth Habit Vining (Requires a trellis or support) Height 6 to 9 feet Days to Maturity 55–65 Days Sun Requirement Full Sun (6-8+ hours) Pod Length 5 to 6 inches 🌱 How to Grow Seychelle Pole Beans 1. When to Plant:Beans are heat-loving plants. Direct sow seeds outdoors only after the soil has warmed to at least 65°F and all danger of frost has passed. 2. Trellising (Essential):As a true pole bean, Seychelle must have vertical support. Options: Use a cattle panel, a sturdy fence, or a "tripod" made of bamboo stakes. Installation: Set up your support before planting to avoid damaging the delicate roots of the seedlings later. 3. Sowing the Seeds: Sow seeds 1 inch deep. Space seeds 3 inches apart along the base of your trellis. Tip: Do not soak bean seeds before planting, as this can lead to poor germination; simply keep the soil moist until they sprout. 4. Maintenance: Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially once the plants begin to flower. Always water at the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry. Mulching: A layer of straw around the base helps retain moisture and keeps the roots cool during the heat of mid-summer. 5. Harvesting:For the best gourmet quality, harvest the pods when they are about 5 inches long and the seeds inside are not yet visible. The Golden Rule: The more you harvest, the more the plant will produce! Check your vines every 2 days during the peak of the season. 🍳 Culinary Note Seychelle beans are so tender and sweet they can be eaten raw as a garden snack. In the kitchen, they are best when lightly blanched or sautéed in olive oil with garlic. Because they are so uniform in size, they look stunning when served whole on the plate. Garden Tip: Pole beans like Seychelle produce over a much longer season than bush beans. While a bush bean crop might finish in 3 weeks, Seychelle will keep producing until the first frost as long as you keep picking! 🧺🌿

<h2 data-line="0" id="🫘 Seychelle Pole Bean">Seychelle Pole Bean</h2>
The Award-Winning Gourmet Standard for Vertical Gardening
Elevate your garden with the Seychelle Pole Bean, a variety that redefined the expectations for home-grown snap beans. As a prestigious All-America Selections (AAS) Winner, Seychelle is celebrated for its exceptional uniformity, high yields, and gourmet "filet" quality. These vigorous vines produce heavy clusters of slender, 5-to-6-inch pods that are remarkably crunchy, sweet, and entirely stringless. If you are looking for a reliable, disease-resistant bean that maximizes vertical space, Seychelle is the professional choice.
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<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin</h3>
The Seychelle Pole Bean is a triumph of modern horticultural breeding, developed by Peterborough-based breeders in the United Kingdom. While many pole beans are ancient heirlooms, Seychelle was bred to solve the common frustrations of the home gardener: low disease resistance and "stringy" pods.
It stepped into the global spotlight in 2017, when it earned the All-America Selections (AAS) National Award. Judges across North America were impressed by its "hybrid vigor," noting that it outperformed older varieties in both taste and productivity. It represents the "new generation" of garden classics—maintaining the old-fashioned, rich bean flavor of a heritage variety while incorporating the robust health and high-yield genetics of modern breeding.
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<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
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<li data-line="15">
2017 AAS Winner: Extensively trialed and proven to be one of the best performing pole beans in North America.</li>
<li data-line="16">
Gourmet Filet Quality: Produces straight, dark-green pods that are slender and tender, comparable to the finest French beans.</li>
<li data-line="17">
Disease Resistant: Highly resistant to Bean Common Mosaic Virus (BCMV), ensuring a healthy crop even in challenging conditions.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Vigorous Climber: Quickly covers a trellis or bean teepee, producing clusters of pods at every node for a continuous harvest.</li>
<li data-line="19">
Totally Stringless: Even when the beans get a bit larger, they maintain a crisp, snap-bean texture without any tough strings.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="23" id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
<table data-line="24">
<thead data-line="24">
<tr data-line="24">
<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="26">
<tr data-line="26">
<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Annual (Award-Winning Pole Bean)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Growth Habit</td>
<td>Vining (Requires a trellis or support)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Height</td>
<td>6 to 9 feet</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>55–65 Days</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun (6-8+ hours)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="31">
<td>Pod Length</td>
<td>5 to 6 inches</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 data-line="35" id="🌱 How to Grow Seychelle Pole Beans">🌱 How to Grow Seychelle Pole Beans</h3>
1. When to Plant: Beans are heat-loving plants. Direct sow seeds outdoors only after the soil has warmed to at least 65°F and all danger of frost has passed.
2. Trellising (Essential): As a true pole bean, Seychelle must have vertical support.
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<li data-line="42">
Options: Use a cattle panel, a sturdy fence, or a "tripod" made of bamboo stakes.</li>
<li data-line="43">
Installation: Set up your support before planting to avoid damaging the delicate roots of the seedlings later.</li>
</ul>
3. Sowing the Seeds:
<ul data-line="46">
<li data-line="46">Sow seeds 1 inch deep.</li>
<li data-line="47">Space seeds 3 inches apart along the base of your trellis.</li>
<li data-line="48">
Tip: Do not soak bean seeds before planting, as this can lead to poor germination; simply keep the soil moist until they sprout.</li>
</ul>
4. Maintenance:
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<li data-line="51">
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially once the plants begin to flower. Always water at the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry.</li>
<li data-line="52">
Mulching: A layer of straw around the base helps retain moisture and keeps the roots cool during the heat of mid-summer.</li>
</ul>
5. Harvesting: For the best gourmet quality, harvest the pods when they are about 5 inches long and the seeds inside are not yet visible.
<ul data-line="56">
<li data-line="56">
The Golden Rule: The more you harvest, the more the plant will produce! Check your vines every 2 days during the peak of the season.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="60" id="🍳 Culinary Note">🍳 Culinary Note</h3>
Seychelle beans are so tender and sweet they can be eaten raw as a garden snack. In the kitchen, they are best when lightly blanched or sautéed in olive oil with garlic. Because they are so uniform in size, they look stunning when served whole on the plate.
<blockquote data-line="63">
Garden Tip: Pole beans like Seychelle produce over a much longer season than bush beans. While a bush bean crop might finish in 3 weeks, Seychelle will keep producing until the first frost as long as you keep picking! 🧺🌿
</blockquote>

Seychelles Pole Bean, Organic options availble

Firefly Farm Mini Pack Organic 20 Seeds

Firefly Farm ~45 Seeds (1/2oz Not certified organic)

Firefly Farm ~45 Organic Seeds (1/2oz)

Firefly Farm ~85 Organic Seeds (1oz)

High Mowing Retail Packets

Our supply is almost done for 2026, hurry nowto secure your seeds. Firefly Farm & Mercantile - Sieva Lima, aka Carolina Lima or Small White Lima. This lima is our most popular lima we offer. Folks love the rich butter bean flavor. The vines will reach 10' and on our 6' fence we tend to trim them to 7' so it spurs them into bean production a little quicker since our farm is in a valley. Our stock will be limited in 2026 as we partner with small farms to grow the stock we need to meet our gardeners' needs. The cool nights help to ripen the seed so it is happy up north but must be started right away once it is warm enough. Sieva is very productive and those in zones 6-10 will enjoy long harvests while those in zones 5 and cooler weather will need to maximize their harvest by ensuring proper watering and excellent soil for them to grow in. Characteristics: Good for the North and Great for the South Most Popular Lima We Offer Pole Lima bean Small white seeds 75 - 90 days 25 seeds or enough to do 10-12' of fence. Instructions: Lima beans thrive in hot temperatures. Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Seeds will germinate in 7-18 days. Limas prefer full sun. Direct Seed 2-3" apart or 6" apart if you want to skip thinning. We hold a few seeds back in case we have any gaps. Planting Depth 1" Rows Apart: 48-72" or we just run them down our fence line. Full Sun

Our supply is almost done for 2026, hurry nowto secure your seeds. 
 Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile -  Sieva Lima, aka Carolina Lima or Small White Lima. This lima is our most popular lima we offer. Folks love the rich butter bean flavor. The vines will reach 10' and on our 6' fence we tend to trim them to 7' so it spurs them into bean production a little quicker since our farm is in a valley. 
Our stock will be limited in 2026 as we partner with small farms to grow the stock we need to meet our gardeners' needs. The cool nights help to ripen the seed so it is happy up north but must be started right away once it is warm enough. Sieva is very productive and those in zones 6-10 will enjoy long harvests while those in zones 5 and cooler  weather will need to maximize their harvest by ensuring proper watering and excellent soil for them to grow in. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Good for the North and Great for the South</li>
<li>Most Popular Lima We Offer</li>
<li>Pole Lima bean</li>
<li>Small white seeds</li>
<li>75 - 90 days</li>
<li>25 seeds or enough to do 10-12' of fence.</li>
</ul>
Instructions: 
Lima beans thrive in hot temperatures. Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Seeds will germinate in 7-18 days. Limas prefer full sun. 
Direct Seed 2-3" apart or 6" apart if you want to skip thinning. We hold a few seeds back in case we have any gaps. 
Planting Depth 1"
Rows Apart: 48-72" or we just run them down our fence line. 
Full Sun

Sieva Lima Bean, 1700's Heirloom

🫘 Silver Cloud Cannellini Bean The Creamy Italian Classic on a Space-Saving Bush Bring the authentic taste of Tuscany to your backyard with the Silver Cloud Cannellini Bean. This premium bush variety is the gold standard for home-grown white kidney beans. Known for its exceptionally creamy texture and nutty, mild flavor, Silver Cloud offers a major advantage over traditional heritage varieties: it grows on a compact, sturdy bush rather than a sprawling vine. Whether you are a fan of hearty minestrones or gourmet bean salads, Silver Cloud delivers a heavy harvest of "white gold" with a fraction of the work. 📜 Historical Heritage: A Modern Heirloom Cannellini beans are deeply rooted in the culinary history of Central Italy, particularly Tuscany, where they earned the nickname "fagioli di Toscana." For centuries, Italian farmers selected these beans for their thin skins and buttery interiors. Silver Cloud was developed by the USDA and Washington State University to bring this legendary Italian profile into the modern era. Released to solve the frustrations of the home gardener, it was bred specifically for superior disease resistance and a shorter, more reliable growing season. It maintains the "old-world" flavor of a traditional cannellini while offering the robust health and compact habit required for modern gardens. ✨ Product Highlights Space-Saving Bush Habit: Unlike vining pole beans, Silver Cloud grows into tidy, 15-to-20-inch mounds that do not require trellises or poles. Gourmet Culinary Profile: Prized by chefs for its thin skin and a texture so creamy it melts in your mouth—perfect for soups, stews, and dips. Elite Disease Resistance: Highly resistant to Bean Common Mosaic Virus (BCMV) and Curly Top Virus, ensuring a successful crop even in challenging years. Heavy Producer: Despite its small size, this variety is a "production powerhouse," yielding clusters of long pods filled with 5–6 plump, white beans. Easy to Process: The pods dry well on the plant, making harvesting and shelling a breeze. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Scientific Name Phaseolus vulgaris Plant Type Annual (Bush Bean / Dry Shelling) Height 15 to 20 inches Sun Requirement Full Sun (6-8+ hours) Days to Maturity 85–95 Days (for dry beans) Pod Color Green (turning tan when dry) 🌱 How to Grow Silver Cloud Cannellini Beans 1. When to Plant:Beans are heat-lovers. Direct sow seeds outdoors only after the soil has warmed to at least 65°F and the danger of frost is long gone. 2. Sowing the Seeds: Depth: Sow seeds 1 inch deep. Spacing: Space seeds 3–4 inches apart in rows 18–24 inches apart. Note: Do not soak cannellini seeds before planting, as this can cause the seeds to crack and reduce germination. 3. Maintenance: Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but never soggy. Water at the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry, which prevents disease. Feeding: Beans fix their own nitrogen. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, which will result in massive leaves but very few beans! Weeding: Beans have shallow roots; weed carefully by hand to avoid disturbing the plants. 4. Harvesting Stages: Shell Stage: For "fresh" cannellini beans, harvest when the pods are plump and green, but before they turn yellow. Dry Stage (Most Common): Leave the pods on the bush until they are brown, brittle, and the seeds inside are hard. If rain is forecasted when pods are drying, pull the whole plant and hang it in a dry, airy place to finish curing. 🥣 Culinary Inspiration: The Tuscan Kitchen Silver Cloud is the essential ingredient for Pasta e Fagioli or Tuscan Bean Soup. Because the skins are so delicate, they absorb the flavors of garlic, rosemary, and olive oil beautifully. For a simple treat, toss warm, cooked Silver Cloud beans with sea salt, cracked pepper, and a high-quality extra virgin olive oil. Garden Tip: If you are short on space, Silver Cloud is the perfect bean for container gardening. Its compact bush habit means you can grow a "soup garden" in a 5-gallon bucket! 🫘🍲

<h2 data-line="0" id="🫘 Silver Cloud Cannellini Bean">🫘 Silver Cloud Cannellini Bean</h2>
The Creamy Italian Classic on a Space-Saving Bush
Bring the authentic taste of Tuscany to your backyard with the Silver Cloud Cannellini Bean. This premium bush variety is the gold standard for home-grown white kidney beans. Known for its exceptionally creamy texture and nutty, mild flavor, Silver Cloud offers a major advantage over traditional heritage varieties: it grows on a compact, sturdy bush rather than a sprawling vine. Whether you are a fan of hearty minestrones or gourmet bean salads, Silver Cloud delivers a heavy harvest of "white gold" with a fraction of the work.
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<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage: A Modern Heirloom">📜 Historical Heritage: A Modern Heirloom</h3>
Cannellini beans are deeply rooted in the culinary history of Central Italy, particularly Tuscany, where they earned the nickname "fagioli di Toscana." For centuries, Italian farmers selected these beans for their thin skins and buttery interiors.
Silver Cloud was developed by the USDA and Washington State University to bring this legendary Italian profile into the modern era. Released to solve the frustrations of the home gardener, it was bred specifically for superior disease resistance and a shorter, more reliable growing season. It maintains the "old-world" flavor of a traditional cannellini while offering the robust health and compact habit required for modern gardens.
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<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
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Space-Saving Bush Habit: Unlike vining pole beans, Silver Cloud grows into tidy, 15-to-20-inch mounds that do not require trellises or poles.</li>
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Gourmet Culinary Profile: Prized by chefs for its thin skin and a texture so creamy it melts in your mouth—perfect for soups, stews, and dips.</li>
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Elite Disease Resistance: Highly resistant to Bean Common Mosaic Virus (BCMV) and Curly Top Virus, ensuring a successful crop even in challenging years.</li>
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Heavy Producer: Despite its small size, this variety is a "production powerhouse," yielding clusters of long pods filled with 5–6 plump, white beans.</li>
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Easy to Process: The pods dry well on the plant, making harvesting and shelling a breeze.</li>
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<h3 data-line="23" id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
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<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
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<td>Scientific Name</td>
<td>Phaseolus vulgaris</td>
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<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Annual (Bush Bean / Dry Shelling)</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>15 to 20 inches</td>
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<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun (6-8+ hours)</td>
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<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>85–95 Days (for dry beans)</td>
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<td>Pod Color</td>
<td>Green (turning tan when dry)</td>
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<h3 data-line="35" id="🌱 How to Grow Silver Cloud Cannellini Beans">🌱 How to Grow Silver Cloud Cannellini Beans</h3>
1. When to Plant: Beans are heat-lovers. Direct sow seeds outdoors only after the soil has warmed to at least 65°F and the danger of frost is long gone.
2. Sowing the Seeds:
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Depth: Sow seeds 1 inch deep.</li>
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Spacing: Space seeds 3–4 inches apart in rows 18–24 inches apart.</li>
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Note: Do not soak cannellini seeds before planting, as this can cause the seeds to crack and reduce germination.</li>
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3. Maintenance:
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Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but never soggy. Water at the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry, which prevents disease.</li>
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Feeding: Beans fix their own nitrogen. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, which will result in massive leaves but very few beans!</li>
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Weeding: Beans have shallow roots; weed carefully by hand to avoid disturbing the plants.</li>
</ul>
4. Harvesting Stages:
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Shell Stage: For "fresh" cannellini beans, harvest when the pods are plump and green, but before they turn yellow.</li>
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Dry Stage (Most Common): Leave the pods on the bush until they are brown, brittle, and the seeds inside are hard. If rain is forecasted when pods are drying, pull the whole plant and hang it in a dry, airy place to finish curing.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="56" id="🥣 Culinary Inspiration: The Tuscan Kitchen">🥣 Culinary Inspiration: The Tuscan Kitchen</h3>
Silver Cloud is the essential ingredient for Pasta e Fagioli or Tuscan Bean Soup. Because the skins are so delicate, they absorb the flavors of garlic, rosemary, and olive oil beautifully. For a simple treat, toss warm, cooked Silver Cloud beans with sea salt, cracked pepper, and a high-quality extra virgin olive oil.
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Garden Tip: If you are short on space, Silver Cloud is the perfect bean for container gardening. Its compact bush habit means you can grow a "soup garden" in a 5-gallon bucket! 🫘🍲
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Silver Cloud Cannellini Bean, Bush Bean, Organic Options Available

Firefly Farm .5 oz (~50-70 Seeds)

Firefly Farm 1 oz Seeds (100-140 Seeds)

Firefly Farm 1 oz Organic Seeds (100-140 Seeds)

Renee's Garden - Juicy-sweet and meaty with a wonderful crunchy texture, Musica is the earliest, most productive pole bean we’ve ever grown. Best of all, these broad, flat, 7 to 9-inch long pods have an unsurpassed rich flavor. Bred originally for European home gardeners, Musica’s vigorous, robust vines climb quickly and effortlessly and produce heavily. Keep these plump, great-tasting pods picked and plants will pump out more beans than you thought possible. Characteristics: Juicy-sweet, long flat beans Rich flavor and crunchy texture Instructions - In spring once the weather is warm and night temperatures stay securely above 55°F (13°C), plant seeds in well-worked, fertile soil in full sun. Erect strong stakes, tripod poles, or trellis at planting time to support vines. Plant seeds 1 inch deep and 4 inches apart along a trellis, or if planting around tripods or stakes, plant 4 to 6 seeds 4 inches from each pole, thinning seedlings to 3 best plants. Tender, crispy beans are an easy, reliable crop to grow, but don’t plant too early because it will prevent good germination. Musica vines are heavy bearing, so harvest often: the more you pick, the more beans plants will produce. Harvest when beans are 7-9 inches long, but before seeds are swelled in pods. Plant in: May-June for cold winters or April-July for mild winters Full sun Sow Seeds: 4" apart, 1" deep 5-10 days to germinate Days to Harvest: 62 Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden -
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Juicy-sweet and meaty with a wonderful crunchy texture, Musica is the earliest, most productive pole bean we’ve ever grown. Best of all, these broad, flat, 7 to 9-inch long pods have an unsurpassed rich flavor. Bred originally for European home gardeners, Musica’s vigorous, robust vines climb quickly and effortlessly and produce heavily. Keep these plump, great-tasting pods picked and plants will pump out more beans than you thought possible. 
Characteristics:
<li>Juicy-sweet, long flat beans </li>
<li>Rich flavor and crunchy texture </li>
 
Instructions -
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In spring once the weather is warm and night temperatures stay securely above 55°F (13°C), plant seeds in well-worked, fertile soil in full sun. Erect strong stakes, tripod poles, or trellis at planting time to support vines. Plant seeds 1 inch deep and 4 inches apart along a trellis, or if planting around tripods or stakes, plant 4 to 6 seeds 4 inches from each pole, thinning seedlings to 3 best plants. 
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Tender, crispy beans are an easy, reliable crop to grow, but don’t plant too early because it will prevent good germination. 
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Musica vines are heavy bearing, so harvest often: the more you pick, the more beans plants will produce. Harvest when beans are 7-9 inches long, but before seeds are swelled in pods.
<ul>
<li>Plant in: May-June for cold winters or April-July for mild winters</li>
<li>Full sun </li>
<li>Sow Seeds: 4" apart, 1" deep </li>
<li>5-10 days to germinate </li>
<li>Days to Harvest: 62 </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Spanish Musica Pole Beans, Conventional

Renee's Garden - Juicy-sweet and meaty with a wonderful crunchy texture, Musica is the earliest, most productive pole bean we’ve ever grown. Best of all, these broad, flat, 7 to 9-inch long pods have an unsurpassed rich flavor. Bred originally for European home gardeners, Musica’s vigorous, robust vines climb quickly and effortlessly and produce heavily. Keep these plump, great-tasting pods picked and plants will pump out more beans than you thought possible. Characteristics: Organic Juicy-sweet, long flat beans Rich flavor and crunchy texture Instructions - In spring once the weather is warm and night temperatures stay securely above 55°F (13°C), plant seeds in well-worked, fertile soil in full sun. Erect strong stakes, tripod poles, or trellis at planting time to support vines. Plant seeds 1 inch deep and 4 inches apart along a trellis, or if planting around tripods or stakes, plant 4 to 6 seeds 4 inches from each pole, thinning seedlings to 3 best plants. Tender, crispy beans are an easy, reliable crop to grow, but don’t plant too early because it will prevent good germination. Musica vines are heavy bearing, so harvest often: the more you pick, the more beans plants will produce. Harvest when beans are 7-9 inches long, but before seeds are swelled in pods. Plant in: May-June for cold winters or April-July for mild winters Full sun Sow Seeds: 4" apart, 1" deep 5-10 days to germinate Days to Harvest: 62 Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden - <meta charset="utf-8">Juicy-sweet and meaty with a wonderful crunchy texture, Musica is the earliest, most productive pole bean we’ve ever grown. Best of all, these broad, flat, 7 to 9-inch long pods have an unsurpassed rich flavor. Bred originally for European home gardeners, Musica’s vigorous, robust vines climb quickly and effortlessly and produce heavily. Keep these plump, great-tasting pods picked and plants will pump out more beans than you thought possible. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic  
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<li>Juicy-sweet, long flat beans </li>
<li>Rich flavor and crunchy texture </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">In spring once the weather is warm and night temperatures stay securely above 55°F (13°C), plant seeds in well-worked, fertile soil in full sun. Erect strong stakes, tripod poles, or trellis at planting time to support vines. Plant seeds 1 inch deep and 4 inches apart along a trellis, or if planting around tripods or stakes, plant 4 to 6 seeds 4 inches from each pole, thinning seedlings to 3 best plants. <meta charset="utf-8">Tender, crispy beans are an easy, reliable crop to grow, but don’t plant too early because it will prevent good germination. <meta charset="utf-8">Musica vines are heavy bearing, so harvest often: the more you pick, the more beans plants will produce. Harvest when beans are 7-9 inches long, but before seeds are swelled in pods.
<ul>
<li>Plant in: May-June for cold winters or April-July for mild winters</li>
<li>Full sun </li>
<li>Sow Seeds: 4" apart, 1" deep </li>
<li>5-10 days to germinate </li>
<li>Days to Harvest: 62 </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Spanish Musica Pole Beans, Organic

This is another Runner Bean we love - Sunset Runner Bean - It is productive and produces large beans each year to we can eat fresh, frozen, or dried. The Seed Savers Exchange - A flowering bean with unique salmon-pink blossoms; esteemed as a vegetable or as an ornamental climber. Produces abundant crops of flavorful beans throughout the season. Excellent for freezing. Pole habit, 60-65 days. ±450 seeds/lb. Characteristics: Salmon-pink blossoms Beans are black and speckled with purple edges Ornamental and edible Highly productive Pole bean 60-65 days ±450 seeds/lb 25 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Runner beans prefer full sun, although they tolerate part shade very well. Young pods can be eaten whole, or the beans can be eaten fresh or dried. Even the flowers are edible. Direct Seed 2" apart Seed Depth: 1" Rows Apart: 24-36" Support: Trellis, tepee, or netting Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

This is another Runner Bean we love - Sunset Runner Bean - It is productive and produces large beans each year to we can eat fresh, frozen, or dried. 
The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">A flowering bean with unique salmon-pink blossoms; esteemed as a vegetable or as an ornamental climber. Produces abundant crops of flavorful beans throughout the season. Excellent for freezing. Pole habit, 60-65 days. ±450 seeds/lb.
Characteristics: 
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<li>Salmon-pink blossoms</li>
<li>Beans are black and speckled with purple edges</li>
<li>Ornamental and edible</li>
<li>Highly productive</li>
<li>Pole bean</li>
<li>60-65 days</li>
<li>±450 seeds/lb</li>
<li>25 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Runner beans prefer full sun, although they tolerate part shade very well. Young pods can be eaten whole, or the beans can be eaten fresh or dried. Even the flowers are edible.
Direct Seed 2" apart
<meta charset="utf-8">Seed Depth: 1"
<meta charset="utf-8">Rows Apart: 24-36"
<meta charset="utf-8">Support: Trellis, tepee, or netting
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

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