Victory Seed Company Landreth's Stringless Bush Bean
Best heirloom bean for home gardeners seeking easy, low-maintenance harvests.
This 1885 heirloom is the ultimate low-maintenance workhorse for the home garden. You sacrifice the vertical drama of pole beans, but you gain a compact, stringless harvest that is as reliable in the kitchen as it is easy to grow.
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Who it's for
- Home cooks prioritizing superior flavor and texture for canning
- Busy gardeners wanting low-maintenance plants without complex trellising
- Sustainable growers interested in seed saving and heirloom reliability
Who should skip it
- Casual gardeners preferring a steady, long-term harvest over intensive bursts
- Organic growers in regions prone to common bean diseases
- Urban gardeners with limited horizontal space for sprawling plants
Performance breakdown
Germination Reliability
High-vigor seeds ensure consistent emergence for a predictable garden start.
Culinary Versatility
Meaty, fiberless pods perform beautifully in fresh dishes, canning, or freezing.
Ease of Cultivation
Compact bush habit eliminates the need for complex trellising or staking.
Harvest Efficiency
Fifty-five day maturity window allows for quick, rewarding seasonal turnarounds.
Heirloom Integrity
Open-pollinated genetics allow gardeners to save seeds for future seasons.
Space Optimization
Twenty-inch height makes this variety perfect for small-scale or container gardens.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
55 days
Plant Height
Approximately 20 inches
Pod Length
About 5 inches
Seed Count
Approximately 80 seeds per packet
Plant Type
Bush (does not require support)
Genetic Classification
Open Pollinated
Planting Depth
1.5 inches (3.81 cm)
Seed Spacing
2 to 3 inches (5.08 to 7.62 cm)
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Water Needs
High
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