Bean Seeds, Purple Podded Pole

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Description

(Phaseolus vulgaris) Pole bean. This delicious heirloom comes from the Ozark mountains by Henry Field in the 1930s and is still requested by many old-timers of this region. The pods are bright purple, stringless, and tender. Plants grow to 6’ and produce heavy yields.

  • 70 days
  • Full Sun
  • Sprouts in 5-8 Days
  • Seed Depth: 1/2" to 1"
  • Ideal Temperature: 70-80 Degrees F
  • Plant Spacing: 6-10"
  • Frost Hardy: No

Growing Tips, Tricks and FAQs

Growing Tips

Purple Podded pole beans thrive in warm weather. Plant after the last frost when soil temperatures are above 60 F. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Beans are heavy feeders; enrich the soil with compost or well-rotted manure.

When to Grow

Plant Purple Podded pole beans in late spring to early summer, after the danger of frost has passed. The optimal growing season is when night temperatures are consistently above 50 F. The ideal temperature is 70-80 F. Purple podded beans grow to maturity in about 70 days.

How to Sow and Plant

Soak seeds overnight and direct seed. Sow seeds 1/2 to 1 inch deep in rows 24-36 inches apart. Sprouts typically appear in 5-8 days. Space the plants 6-10 inches apart. Provide a trellis or support as these are climbing beans. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

How to Grow

Maintain consistent moisture, especially during flowering and pod development. Mulch to retain soil moisture and control weeds. Beans can benefit from side-dressing with compost during the growing season. Regularly harvest beans to encourage continued production.

How to Save

Common beans do not easily cross pollinate and can be grown close to one another, making them the ideal seed-saving project for beginners.

Save seeds from the best-looking, best-tasting, and most vigorous beans.

Leave pods on the plant to dry. Pull the plants and shake them vigorously into a bag to release the beans from the pods (same as you would for using them as dried beans).

Store in a cool, dry place for the winter (a glass jar in the refrigerator works well!).

FAQ

When do Purple Podded pole beans mature?
Purple Podded Pole beans typically take about 70 days from sowing to harvest.

Can I grow Purple Podded pole beans in containers?
Yes, but ensure the container is deep enough to support the root system and provides adequate support for climbing.

Are Purple Podded Pole beans frost-hardy?
No, they are not frost-hardy and should be planted after the last frost date in your area​​.

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