Beans
1102. JADE (57 DAYS)
PLANTING:
Outside- Bush type: 1” deep and 4-6” apart with soil temperatures above 60 degrees and after the last frost. Planting under 60 degrees results in poor germination. Pole type: Plant 1” deep and 3- 4” apart for trellis/pole growth. Drying type: 1” deep and 5-6” apart. Leave beans on the plant until the leaves are falling and pods are dry and withered Harvest- Before the seeds bulge and beans snap easily. Pick continually to prolong production. Tips- Water well during hot dry period and do not over fertilize which results in a surplus of foliage and low, delayed pod growth. Adding inoculant at planting time aids in a larger harvest and more robust plants. Plant seeds every 2-3 weeks for continual harvest throughout the summer.
Yellow Bush Beans Germ 4-10 days These plants produce very generous crops of straight 5 inch, butter-yellow stringless beans. It has a superb bean flavor with excellent canning and freezing qualities 150 seeds
$1.75
10. PENCIL POD (52 DAYS)
Germ 4-10 days Heirloom 1900 Pencil Pod is nicely rounded, slim, and elongated, hence the name. It is a heavy producer which yields over a long period. The flavor is sweet and juicy. The contrast of yellow pods and green leaves is an attractive feature in the midsummer garden, and of course you are less apt to miss them when picking. Seeds are black. 150 seeds $1.50
1001. DRAGON LANGERIE (57 DAYS)
Germ 4-10 days This Dutch wax bean is unique. It has very pretty purple stripes mottled over creamy yellow pods. Both the yield and the flavor of the flat, 5" long bean are remarkably good. The combination of the unusual appearance and excellent eating quality make for a delicious conversation piece. Few varieties in the catalog produce more compliments than this one. 75 seeds $1.75
1002. CARSON (52 DAYS)
Germ 4-10 days A very elegant bean in appearance, Carson is a slim 5 1/2” inch bean with a lovely, creamy color and a pleasant, “beany” flavor. The vigorous plants produce heavy yields at an early date. Narrow pods dress up any dish with a splash of yellow. 150 seeds $1.75
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12. PROVIDER (50 DAYS)
Germ 4-10 days After a one year absence this popular wax bean is back in the catalog. The bright gold beans are held high on the plants for ease of picking. Yields are abundant to put it mildly. Pinetree cooks recommend that you try this variety parboiled and then fried with oil and garlic. 150 seeds $1.50
Germ 4-10 days This is a popular stringless bean in New England. It is reasonably early on plants that are quite compact. Size is 5-6 inches and yield is good. Disease resistance is a strong point. This is our bean of choice for making Dilly Beans. There are a number of strains of Provider, all good, but we think this one from an Idaho grower is the best. 150 seeds $1.75
1006. GOLD CROP (56 DAYS)
1201. MASAI (47 DAYS)
1003. INDY GOLD (56 DAYS)
9. GOLDEN BUTTER WAX (50 DAYS)
Germ 4-10 days Like the gem it is named for, this exquisite bean is a lush green. The plants are strong and erect and typically do not need staking. Beans can be harvested at any point in development without sacrificing color or flavor. We always plant some Jade as an interesting counterpoint to the lighter shaded beans. 150 seeds $1.75
LAST CE! CHAN
Germ 4-10 days Golden yellow beans are held high on an upright bush, this variety is sometimes called the wax bean for people who don’t like wax beans. Bountiful harvests of 5-7” pods make Gold Crop a must for the small garden. Cook in combination with green beans for a crisp attractive mid-summer meal. 150 seeds $1.75
Green Bush Beans
11. BOUNTIFUL (46 DAYS)
Germ 4-10 days Heirloom 1898 This is a very early and useful flat bean. The pods are about 6 inches long and borne over a relatively long period of time. Both foliage and beans are a lighter green in color than most others. We like to use this variety for those extra early summer harvests and also the late summer plantings. Excellent canner, freezing just OK. 150 seeds $1.50
1101. SLENDERETTE (53 DAYS)
Germ 4-10 days Huge yields of bright green, crisp, 5” beans cover the erect plants. The white seeded bean has a very fresh flavor. Thought of as a remarkably thin bean when introduced, Slenderette is a very attractive bean for use in side dishes. While it is great for eating fresh, Slenderette is also ideal for freezing. 150 seeds $1.75
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Germ 4-10 days Small plants produce huge yields of thin, smooth, flavorful beans. Plants are only a foot tall but are covered with 4 inch long beans, a couple dozen per plant. Several plants will provide a meal for two and due to the growth habit the harvest is quick and easy. The best bean we know of for container growing and a great choice for late summer planting. The fall yields appear to be almost as heavy as those we got in the summer. Reportedly Masai is now “the standard” bean in Europe. 150 seeds $1.95
1202. BLACK VALENTINE (49-55 DAYS) Germ 4-10 days
Heirloom pre-1850 This much sought after heirloom has bright green 6” pods containing black seeds. They are equally tasty as a fresh snap bean, or dried for winter use. 150 seeds
$1.50
13. TENDERGREEN IMPROVED (53 DAYS) Germ 4-10 days
Heirloom 1922
A personal favorite, this variety has been popular for a long time. Round pods are 6 inches long. Yield is heavy and prolonged. Flavor and texture are excellent, particularly when picked at a modest size. Equally good for freezing or eating fresh. 150 seeds $1.50