Phaseolus vulgaris
Organic bush bean seeds
Classic, high yielding bush bean with juicy, 5 1/2 inch round pods. Disease-resistant Provider is more tolerant of cold weather than other beans. This garden favorite is delicious fresh and ideal for canning and freezing.
Light | Full sun |
Row Spacing | 1.5-2 inches |
Plant Spacing | 3 inches |
Planting depth | 1 inch |
Days to Germination | 6-10 days |
Plant Height | 2 feet |
Gardener’s Notes: Beans need warm weather to grow. Plant in late spring after night temperatures reach 55F (13C). Sow seeds 3 inches apart in fertile, well-drained soil. Sow every 2-3 weeks until early summer for continuous supply. Keep soil evenly moist. Harvest when pods are about 5-5.5 inches long and before seeds inside begin to swell. Pick every other day to keep plants producing more pods.