| Common Name | Bean Seed |
|---|---|
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Latin Name | Phaseolus vulgaris |
| Top Category | Bush Beans |
| Flavor Profile | Slightly Sweet |
| Fruit Size | 5” - 6” long |
| Growing Conditions | Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Bush |
| Harvest Advantages | Canning |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Easy to Grow and Maintain, Stringless |
| Plant Height | 15" - 18" |
| Plant Resistance | Bean Mosaic Virus |
| Plant Type | Snap |
| Planting Season | Spring, Summer |
| Seed Type | Heirloom, Open-Pollinated |
| Use | Culinary |
Roma II
Bean Seed
A bush version of the popular Italian/Romano pole bean. Pods are 5-6″ long with remarkable flavor and tenderness. Bushy 18″ plants are very productive with flat-podded beans. Its distinctive flavor is equally good when used as a snap or a green shell bean. Highly recommended for freezing. Great for frenching.
| Days to Maturity | 59 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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