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Ferry-Morse

Blue Lake 274

Common Bean

Phaseolus vulgaris

HeirloomNon-GMONon-Neonic

About (From this Label)

This variety of Blue Lake 274 has vigorous, many-branched bush plants that produce heavy yields of pods similar in appearance to pole Blue Lake. The flavor of these 6 1/2 inch round pods is excellent. These boast disease resistance, and are high in vitamins A, B, and C.

About the Plant

Life Cycle
Annual
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Origin
United States
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Germination
6–8 days
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Days to Maturity
55–60 days
Fruit Size
6 1/2 in

How to Plant

Planting Depth
1–1 1/2 in
Seed Spacing
4 in
Row Spacing
1 2/3 ft
Thin To
4 in

Label Claims

Disease resistance

These boast disease resistance

Vitamins

high in vitamins A, B, and C

Pre-sow treatment

Soaking seeds overnight before planting will speed germination

Succession

Resow every 14 days for a continuous harvest.

Planting and Care Instructions (From this Label)

Sow seeds when the soil is warm and all danger of frost is past. Plant 2 seeds every 4 inches. Soaking seeds overnight before planting will speed germination. Thin to 1 plant every 4 inches when the plants have 4 leaves. Pick early and often to encourage production. Sow every 2 weeks until 8 weeks before fall frost.

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