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

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)
Sun Exposure
6-9 in. (15-22 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
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:

Keystone Heights, Florida

North Bend, Oregon

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Gardener's Notes:

2
positives
1
neutral
0
negative
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Keystone Heights, FL | November 2012 | positive

This is my pole bean of choice from now. Amazing long beans, fantastic production, and long pick time make this a keeper. I planted in ...Read More

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Coos Bay, OR | March 2009 | positive

Cobra green beans are now my favorite to grow. All seeds sprouted and grew quickly once the weather warmed up. The flowers are a lov...Read More

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | April 2005 | neutral

A 7 inch round podded strigless green pole bean

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