Blue Lake Bush Green
Common Bean · Snap
Heirloom
Phaseolus vulgaris
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Fabaceae (Pea family) · Genus: Phaseolus
About
Juicy and crunchy Blue Lake Bush Beans are easy to grow and quickly ready to harvest. As the name implies, this green bean plant grows in a compact bush so there's no need for poles or support.
Characteristics
Color
Green
Growth Habit
Bush
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Tender
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist but Well Drained
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Germination
5–14 days
at 60–95 °F
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Days to Maturity
50–60 days
Plant Height
1.25–1.667 ft
Fruit Size
3–6 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
Not Recommended / Direct Sow Only
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Direct Sow (Spring)
0-2 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
8-10 Weeks Before First Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
1 in
Seed Spacing
3 in
Row Spacing
18–24 in
Thin To
3 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
60–85 °F
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Soil Temp
60–95 °F
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Air Temp
32–90 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
Plant 2 seeds in groups 4" apart. Thin to the one strongest plant per group when seedlings grow a few leaves. Mature plant height 15-20" — trellis (fence-like stake) not required.
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