Organic Bean Seeds — 'Blue Lake Bush Green'

Overview Beans have been a staple food for many cultures and can be enjoyed in the fresh snap, green shell or dry mature stages. They are easy to grow, drought tolerant and productive. The beautiful seeds come in an infinite array of colors, patterns and shapes and have been used as jewelry as well as currency. Beans are high in protein, complex carbohydrates, folate, iron and soluble fiber. In association with Rhizobium bacteria, bean crops enhance fertility by adding nitrogen to the soil. Beans grow in two different plant habits: Bush Beans are low-growing with a compact, 1–2-foot-high plant height that do not require support. Pole Beans (aka vining types) can grow very tall, typically requiring some form of trellising. Conditions Beans are a frost-sensitive, warm-season crop. They grow best on well drained, loamy soils with a pH between 5.8 and 6.5. Amend planting areas with compost, phosphorus and potassium. For the best quality beans, provide full sun (6 or more hours of direct su