Johnny's Selected Seeds Goldilocks Bean Seed
Best reliable wax bean for home gardeners seeking high yields.
A reliable, heat-tolerant variety that produces uniform, bright yellow pods on sturdy, upright plants. It offers a concentrated harvest window and strong disease resistance, making it an excellent choice for consistent, high-quality yields.
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Johnny's Selected Seeds
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking gourmet quality and superior garden-to-table taste
- Gardeners wanting a reliable, high-volume harvest from a small space
- Growers in humid climates prone to common garden bean diseases
Who should skip it
- Gardeners who prefer picking small amounts of produce every day
- Early-season planters in cold climates without soil warming tools
- Budget-conscious hobbyists looking for the most inexpensive seed options
Performance breakdown
Heat Tolerance
Maintains consistent production even when summer temperatures climb.
Disease Resistance
Robust defense against common blights like anthracnose and bacterial spot.
Harvest Efficiency
Concentrated ripening window makes picking fast and straightforward.
Yield Uniformity
Produces straight, consistent pods that look great on the plate.
Field Holding
Pods stay high-quality on the plant longer than most varieties.
Growth Reliability
Open-pollinated genetics ensure dependable performance for home gardeners.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Phaseolus vulgaris
Days to Maturity
52 days
Disease Resistance
Anthracnose, Bacterial Brown Spot, Bean Mosaic Viruses
Seed Type
Open-pollinated
Planting Depth
1 inch
Seed Spacing
2 inches
Row Spacing
20-36 inches
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