Snap bean, Bush bean 'Pension'

Phaseolusvulgaris

Family
Papilionaceae (pa-pil-ee-uh-NAY-see-ee)
Genus
Phaseolus (FAZ-ee-oh-lus)
Species
vulgaris (vul-GAIR-iss)
Synonym
Spacing
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Sun Exposure
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Other Details
Propagation Methods
N/A
Seed Collecting
Soil pH requirements
Seed Type
Growth Habit
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Days to Maturity
Foliage Color
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | December 2006 | neutral

Flat Italian beans with full, rich flavor. Medium green pods avg. 6" L x 3/4" W. Plants are somewhat floppy as is typical of Italian type...Read More

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