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Derby Bush Bean

Derby Bush Bean

$3.95 $0.00
    Phaseolus vulgaris Open Pollinated.
    • 57 days. 
    •  Long, thin pods to 7".  Seeds develop slowly, so beans remain tender.
    •  Outstanding flavor with above average yields.  Easy to harvest.  White seed.
    • All America Selection 1990.  High scorer in field trials for its strong bush habit and resistance to common bean mosaic virus. 

    Planting Directions:  Direct sow in spring after frost danger has passed and soil temperature is a minimum of 60°, 70° is optimum. Plant 1”to 2” deep, 4-6” apart.  Plant in full sun. Plant in moderately fertile soil.  Keep soil moist until seed germinates, after that water moderately and regularly until harvest. Germination usually takes 7 to 14 days when properly tended.  After each picking water deep to prolong production. Plant several plantings in 3 week intervals to prolong the harvest period.

    More Info:  All  beans, Phaseolus vulgaris, are native to the new world and easy to grow. These include garden beans, kidney beans and runner beans.