SeedsNow Tongue of Fire Bush Bean
Best versatile heirloom for home gardeners seeking high yields and visual appeal.
A versatile Italian heirloom that transitions from a tender green bean to a hearty dried bean. Its striking cranberry-streaked pods add visual interest to the garden while providing reliable, high-yielding harvests.
$2.99
Who it's for
- Home gardeners seeking high-impact visual variety in their vegetable patches
- Culinary enthusiasts who enjoy experimenting with different harvest stages
- Urban growers with limited space or minimal support structures
Who should skip it
- Cooks prioritizing the preservation of raw aesthetic colors in hot dishes
- Gardeners preferring a steady, continuous supply of fresh produce
- Growers in high-humidity regions without adequate airflow management
Performance breakdown
Culinary Versatility
Rarely does one bean excel as green, shell, and dry.
Garden Footprint
Compact bush habit fits perfectly in small beds or containers.
Visual Appeal
Cranberry-streaked pods offer stunning ornamental value alongside edible harvests.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward growth requirements make this ideal for novice gardeners.
Yield Potential
Reliably productive heirloom genetics ensure a consistent, heavy harvest.
Germination Reliability
Standard five to ten day window offers predictable, quick sprouting.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Phaseolus vulgaris
Planting Depth
1 inch
Plant Spacing
4 inches
Row Spacing
18-24 inches
Days to Germination
5-10 days
Days to Maturity
55-90 days
Sunlight Exposure
Full sun
Planting Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
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