Wax Bean 'Brittle Wax'

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)
Sun Exposure
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Other Details
Propagation Methods
N/A
Seed Collecting
Pale Pink
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:

Miami, Florida

Elgin, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

1
positive
2
neutrals
0
negative
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S
(Zone 7b) | November 2007 | positive

Good flavor, stringless. I've found them to taste the best when picked at 3 to 4 inches in length.

M
| June 2003 | neutral

This plant is also called the "Round Pod Kidney Wax". It is ideal for freezing. If soil disease has caused spotty germination in the past...Read More

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Baa
| January 2003 | neutral

A heritage variety of french bean that has been known since at least 1900.

Has pale yellow, stringless, round pods that ca...Read More

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