Wax Bean 'Capitano'

Phaseolusvulgaris

Family
Papilionaceae (pa-pil-ee-uh-NAY-see-ee)
Genus
Phaseolus (FAZ-ee-oh-lus)
Species
vulgaris (vul-GAIR-iss)
Synonym
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Sun Exposure
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Other Details
Propagation Methods
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

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

Alfred, Maine

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Alfred, ME | June 2016 | positive

Best tasting bean Ive ever grown, I grew the pole bean variety, strong growing vine and prolific production!
These also hold on th...Read More

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | December 2010 | neutral

A wax Romano type with 6 inch pods. 60 DTM with bright yellow pods on 20 inch vine.

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