Urban Farmer Tongue of Fire Bean Seeds
Best versatile heirloom for home gardeners seeking high germination rates.
A visually striking Italian bush bean that delivers both beauty and flavor to the garden. These stringless, speckled pods are highly versatile, performing well whether eaten fresh, frozen, or canned.
$30.00
Who it's for
- Home gardeners seeking high-impact ornamental and edible plants
- Home cooks who value multi-purpose ingredients for diverse recipes
- Beginner growers looking for dependable results and easy maintenance
Who should skip it
- Urban gardeners with limited square footage or small containers
- Busy hobbyists who cannot monitor their garden daily
- Northern growers in regions with short or unpredictable growing seasons
Performance breakdown
Culinary Versatility
Equally impressive whether eaten fresh, frozen, or preserved for winter.
Visual Appeal
Striking red and cream speckling adds genuine flair to the garden.
Ease of Harvest
Stringless pods make picking and preparation significantly faster and easier.
Container Suitability
Compact bush habit thrives comfortably in pots or raised beds.
Production Reliability
Open-pollinated heirloom genetics ensure consistent yields throughout the growing season.
Growth Speed
Seventy-day maturity offers a reliable timeline for mid-summer harvests.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Phaseolus vulgaris
Plant Type
Bush Bean
Days to Maturity
70 days
Plant Height
20-24 inches
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Seed Count
75 seeds
Planting Depth
1 inch
Row Spacing
24 inches
Plant Spacing
2 inches
Lifecycle
Annual
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