Rattlesnake Pole Bean

Be sure to check out our Beans Growing Guide for more tips & tricks on successfully growing beans.  Rattlesnake Pole Bean produces bright green pods with purple striations, resembling the pattern of a rattlesnake. This heirloom, open-pollinated variety is very prolific and can be harvested multiple times a week. Trellised vines grow to 10' tall with bean production from top to bottom. Pods are 6-7" long with exceptional flavor and texture for fresh eating. This variety does well for canning and freezing. Seeds are tan with dark stripes. If allowed to mature, dried beans are a great, hearty addition to soups. Rattlesnake Pole Bean performs well in hot, humid areas that may experience prolonged dry periods. Not suggested for northernmost areas. We recommend using a strong, sturdy trellis such as a fence panel to support the plant foliage. Unlike bush beans which will stop producing after several harvests, pole beans will grow from spring until the first frost in fall or winter. Durin