Sow True Seed Pole Bean
Best heirloom choice for home gardeners seeking high yields and rich flavor.
A classic, heavy-yielding heirloom variety known for its large, tender, and stringless pods. This heat-loving climber thrives in full sun and offers a reliable harvest for home gardeners looking for a traditional shelling bean.
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Sow True Seed
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking gourmet heirloom flavors for traditional Southern dishes
- Small-space gardeners wanting to maximize their vertical growing area
- Busy families looking for quick-to-prep garden-to-table vegetables
Who should skip it
- Gardeners without the infrastructure or space for tall climbing structures
- Growers in short-season climates needing a very fast harvest
- Traditionalists who prefer the standard fuzzy look of common green beans
Performance breakdown
Yield consistency
High-producing heirloom genetics ensure a reliable harvest throughout the growing season.
Culinary versatility
Stringless pods perform beautifully whether eaten fresh or shelled for storage.
Ease of harvest
Large, tender pods are easy to spot and pick from vines.
Growth vigor
Robust vining habit demands sturdy trellising but rewards with aggressive growth.
Texture retention
Pods maintain a tender, fleshy bite even when allowed to grow large.
Climate adaptability
Thrives in heat but requires careful planning around frost-sensitive windows.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Phaseolus vulgaris
Days to Maturity
78 days
Seed Count
20 seeds
Packet Weight
14g
Planting Depth
1 inch
Spacing
2-4 inches
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Lifecycle
Annual
Plant Type
Vegetable
Seed Type
Heirloom, Organic
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