Snap Bean (String, Green or French Bean) 'McCaslan'

Phaseolusvulgaris

Family
Papilionaceae (pa-pil-ee-uh-NAY-see-ee)
Genus
Phaseolus (FAZ-ee-oh-lus)
Species
vulgaris (vul-GAIR-iss)
Synonym
Spacing
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Sun Exposure
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Other Details
Propagation Methods
N/A
Seed Collecting
White/Near White
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
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Dayton, Ohio

Crossville, Tennessee

Jonesville, Virginia

Weyers Cave, Virginia

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Gardener's Notes:

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positives
0
neutral
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Shenandoah Valley, VA (Zone 6b) | August 2005 | positive

Everyone I've shared these beans with agree that they're the best-tasting snap bean they've ever had. Long (up to 7"), thin, tender, stri...Read More

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Crossville, TN (Zone 6a) | June 2003 | positive

I just learned of this variety this year. I bought about 5 pounds of seeds from the local co-op. The germination rate has been 100% and...Read More

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