Pinetree Garden Seeds Yard Long Bean
Best heat-tolerant heirloom for home gardeners seeking high-yield, unique harvests.
These striking burgundy beans bring a touch of drama to the garden, transforming into a vibrant green once they hit the pan. While they demand a bit of patience to reach their 20-inch potential, the sweet, stringless harvest is well worth the wait for any heat-loving gardener.
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Pinetree Garden Seeds
Who it's for
- Home gardeners seeking unique visual interest in their vegetable patches
- Urban growers maximizing yields in limited vertical garden spaces
- Home cooks prioritizing firm textures for high-heat stir-fry recipes
Who should skip it
- Cool-climate gardeners lacking long, hot growing seasons
- Low-maintenance gardeners avoiding complex trellis or support installations
- Culinary enthusiasts prioritizing vibrant color retention in cooked meals
Performance breakdown
Heat Tolerance
Thrives in sweltering summer conditions where other bean varieties often fail.
Harvest Visibility
Burgundy pods stand out clearly against green foliage for easy picking.
Culinary Versatility
Color-changing trait provides a fun, visual indicator for perfect cooking timing.
Growth Efficiency
High-yielding vines maximize vertical space when grown on a sturdy trellis.
Germination Reliability
Requires warm soil temperatures to ensure consistent and successful seedling emergence.
Texture Quality
Tender, stringless pods offer a superior mouthfeel when harvested at peak length.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Vigna unguiculata
Days to Maturity
85 days
Seed Count
50 seeds per packet
Sowing Depth
1 inch deep
Seed Spacing
3-4 inches apart for trellis/pole growth
Germination Time
4-10 days
Optimum Soil Temperature for Germination
75-85ºF
Plant Type
Vegetable
Seed Type
Heirloom
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
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