Ferry-Morse
Contender
Common Bean
Phaseolus vulgaris
HeirloomOrganicNon-GMONon-Neonic
About (From this Label)
Garden bean is an excellent, early-maturing variety that produces abundantly. Pods are round, stringless, and at their best when about 5 1/2 - 6 inches long. They are disease-tolerant. Beans are ready to pick when the pod "snaps" or breaks in half cleanly.
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 days
Fruit Size
5 1/2–6 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
disease-tolerant
Pre-sow treatment
Soak seeds overnight before planting to speed germination
Planting and Care Instructions (From this Label)
Direct sow 2 seeds every 4 inches. Soak seeds overnight before planting to speed germination. Thin to 1 plant every 4 inches when the plants have 4 leaves. Pick early and often to encourage production.
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