| Common Name | Bean |
|---|---|
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Top Category | Bush Beans |
| Flavor Profile | Tender & Crisp Texture |
| Fruit Size | 6” - 7” long |
| Growing Conditions | Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Bush |
| Harvest Advantages | Canning, Freezing |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Easy to Grow and Maintain, Stringless |
| Plant Height | 18" - 20" |
| Plant Resistance | Powdery Mildew |
| Plant Type | Snap |
| Planting Season | Spring, Summer |
| Seed Type | Heirloom, Open-Pollinated |
| Use | Culinary |
Contender
Bean
Starting at $3.20
Yields almost a week earlier than others. Straight 7″ stringless meaty pods. Drought, heat, and disease resistant. Matures over a short period of time so you can complete your canning or freezing quickly.
| Days to Maturity | 45 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 6" - 8" |
| Planting Depth | 1” - 2” |
| Row Spacing | 24" - 36" |
| Sowing Method | Direct Sow |
| Water Needs | Average |
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