Description
🌿 Pole beans—also called climbing beans—are vigorous, high-yielding plants that grow vertically with support. They’re perfect for small gardens, balconies, or anyone wanting to maximize space while enjoying a steady harvest of delicious beans.
🌱 Growing Pole Beans
Feature |
Details |
Botanical name |
Phaseolus vulgaris |
Growth habit |
Vining; grows 6–10 feet tall with support |
Sunlight |
Full sun (6–8 hours daily) |
Soil |
Well-drained, fertile, pH 6.0–6.8 |
Watering |
1 inch per week; keep soil evenly moist |
Support |
Trellises, teepees, fences, or corn stalks (Three Sisters method) |
Harvest time |
60–75 days after sowing; multiple harvests throughout the season |
🌟 Why Choose Pole Beans?
- Space-saving: Vertical growth frees up ground space
- High yield: Produces 2–3× more than bush beans in the same area
- Continuous harvest: Keeps producing for weeks if picked regularly
- Beautiful garden feature: Adds height and visual interest with flowers and vines
🫘 Popular Varieties
Variety Name |
Traits |
Kentucky Wonder |
Heirloom, flavorful, 8–10″ pods |
Blue Lake |
Tender, stringless, great for canning |
Scarlet Runner |
Bright red flowers, edible pods and seeds |
Fortex |
Long, thin pods with nutty flavor |
Monte Gusto |
Yellow pods, sweet taste |
🍽️ Culinary Uses
- Fresh: Stir-fries, curries, salads
- Cooked: Steamed, sautéed, or added to soups
- Preserved: Blanched and frozen, pickled, or dried for shell beans
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