Johnny's Selected Seeds Noodle Bean Seed
Best choice for gardeners wanting high-yielding, visually striking climbing beans.
These vigorous pole beans bring a striking, architectural look to your garden with their long, burgundy clusters. While the vibrant color fades during cooking, the sweet flavor and high-yield potential make them a rewarding, reliable choice for any vertical vegetable patch.
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Johnny's Selected Seeds
Who it's for
- Home gardeners seeking unique, vibrant additions to their vegetable beds
- Families wanting a high-yield crop for continuous summer harvests
- Gardeners in hot climates struggling with heat-sensitive bean varieties
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with limited space or those avoiding complex trellis setups
- Growers in cooler regions with short or unpredictable summer seasons
- Busy individuals unable to commit to daily garden maintenance
Performance breakdown
Yield potential
Prolific clusters ensure a heavy harvest throughout the growing season.
Visual appeal
Striking burgundy pods add dramatic flair to any vegetable garden.
Culinary versatility
Sweet flavor profile is excellent, though color fades during heat processing.
Growth vigor
Robust plants establish quickly and maintain health with proper trellising.
Ease of cultivation
Straightforward direct seeding makes this an accessible choice for home growers.
Trellis requirement
Vertical support is mandatory for managing the vigorous climbing habit.
Key Specs
Packet
50 seeds
Avg. 2,400 seeds/lb
Latin Name
Vigna unguiculata
Days to Maturity
85 days
Life Cycle
Annual
Hybrid Status
Open Pollinated
Direct Seed Depth
1"
Direct Seed Spacing
3" apart in rows 4' apart
Plant Type
Vegetable
Seed Type
Open Pollinated
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