Contender Green Bush Bean Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Contender green bush bean seeds outside at least 1 week after the last frost, since beans are quite sensitive to cold. They should be planted in rich, well drained soil with full sun exposure. If you have never planted beans in your garden before, treat the seeds with a powder inoculant to allow the process of nitrogen fixation to begin. Sow the seeds 1" deep and 3" apart, in rows 2'-3' apart, and press down the earth above them for good soil contact. These seeds rot easily in wet soil, so do not over water them. Germination should take place 7-12 days after planting. For companion planting benefits, plant bush beans near carrots, cucumbers, or corn; avoid planting them near onions.
Growing: After germination, maintain soil moisture; contender bush beans have shallow roots, and need water at least once a week if the weather is dry. Mulching the plants helps conserve moisture and discourages weeds.
Harvesting: Expect your first beans about ten weeks after germination. Daily harvesting improves production; for best flavor and tenderness, pick the beans when they are no larger than a pencil in thickness, or from 4-8" long. Serve or preserve the same day you harvested them for the freshest taste.
Seed Saving: Near the end of the growing season, allow the beans to dry completely on the vine; the pods will be light brown, and the seeds will rattle inside. Remove the seeds from the pods. After the Contender green bush bean seeds are completely dry, store them in a cool, dry place for up to a year.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 80
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 18 Inches
Color: Green
Many packets of seeds purchased
They had a wide variety if seeds to choose from. One stop shopping. Love the way they package there seeds.
Good production
Started the seeds in late May. They grow fast as it warms up. Lots of beans, a good problem to have especially because they are delicious. Not going to buy green beans from the store this year.
First time order.
You folks are great, received my order very quickly. Looking forward to future orders. Thank for all your help.' David
Continder green. Eans
Haven't planted yet but I bet they are going to be good Thanks
Contender Green Bean Seed
I used last year's seed offering this year and they are doing GREAT. Your packaging preserved the seeds very well so ordered more for next year.
Contender Bean Seed
Packaging was awesome. The fact it can be resealed with a more reliable seal us over the top. It's too early to plant for now but can't wait until we can!!
Good selection
Easy to do business with. Great product offering and well packaged.
My order
Great service as always
Quick beans
I planted these beans late in August last year. I chose these because of their short maturity time. In about 6 weeks from planting we were harvesting. These beans were stringless and very high quality. I am planting these again this spring.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Contender green bush bean seeds outside at least 1 week after the last frost, since beans are quite sensitive to cold. They should be planted in rich, well drained soil with full sun exposure. If you have never planted beans in your garden before, treat the seeds with a powder inoculant to allow the process of nitrogen fixation to begin. Sow the seeds 1" deep and 3" apart, in rows 2'-3' apart, and press down the earth above them for good soil contact. These seeds rot easily in wet soil, so do not over water them. Germination should take place 7-12 days after planting. For companion planting benefits, plant bush beans near carrots, cucumbers, or corn; avoid planting them near onions.
Growing: After germination, maintain soil moisture; contender bush beans have shallow roots, and need water at least once a week if the weather is dry. Mulching the plants helps conserve moisture and discourages weeds.
Harvesting: Expect your first beans about ten weeks after germination. Daily harvesting improves production; for best flavor and tenderness, pick the beans when they are no larger than a pencil in thickness, or from 4-8" long. Serve or preserve the same day you harvested them for the freshest taste.
Seed Saving: Near the end of the growing season, allow the beans to dry completely on the vine; the pods will be light brown, and the seeds will rattle inside. Remove the seeds from the pods. After the Contender green bush bean seeds are completely dry, store them in a cool, dry place for up to a year.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 80
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 18 Inches
Color: Green
Reviews
Review
Many packets of seeds purchased
They had a wide variety if seeds to choose from. One stop shopping. Love the way they package there seeds.
Review
Good production
Started the seeds in late May. They grow fast as it warms up. Lots of beans, a good problem to have especially because they are delicious. Not going to buy green beans from the store this year.
Review
First time order.
You folks are great, received my order very quickly. Looking forward to future orders. Thank for all your help.' David
Review
Continder green. Eans
Haven't planted yet but I bet they are going to be good Thanks
Review
Contender Green Bean Seed
I used last year's seed offering this year and they are doing GREAT. Your packaging preserved the seeds very well so ordered more for next year.
Review
Contender Bean Seed
Packaging was awesome. The fact it can be resealed with a more reliable seal us over the top. It's too early to plant for now but can't wait until we can!!
Review
Good selection
Easy to do business with. Great product offering and well packaged.
Review
My order
Great service as always
Review
Quick beans
I planted these beans late in August last year. I chose these because of their short maturity time. In about 6 weeks from planting we were harvesting. These beans were stringless and very high quality. I am planting these again this spring.