Organic Bean, Bush Jacob's Cattle (1/2 lb)

Bean - Jacob's Cattle - Phaseolus vulgaris

Tender Annual Bush. Dry. These are striking white beans speckled with red. Their rich meaty flavor makes them a top choice for homemade baked beans. This variety cooks in half the time of most dry beans. Reliable early yields makes them popular for short seasons.

Soil & Water: Legumes like well-drained soil rich in organic matter and a moderate amount of nutrients. Water lightly at planting, medium at flowering, and heavily throughout harvest time. Avoid overhead watering which can promote disease.

Planting & Growing: Start indoors in short-season climates, or seed directly once soils have reached at least 65F, preferably after the last frost. Make small, successive plantings every 10 days for a continuous harvest.

Harvesting & Storage: Bush beans will produce all of their fruit over a few weeks? time then stop producing. Leave the pods on the plant until they have completely dried. Store dry, shelled beans in an airtight container.

Did You Know? Legumes are a good source of calcium and iron.

Soil Temperature: 65-85F
Planting Depth: 1"
Germination: 7-10 Days
Height At Maturity: 20"-24"
Days To Maturity: 85-95 Days
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 4"
Approx Seeds per 1/2 lbs: 523