Organic 'Beurre de Rocquencourt' Bean

Organic 'Beurre de Rocquencourt' dwarf bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) from the seed company Gaia, a tender, succulent and highly productive French butter bean

The 'Beurre de Rocquencourt' bean is a French heritage variety highly prized for its long, slender, round pods , almost translucent yellow , with a delicate, buttery flavor. Introduced to France from Algeria in the 1840s , it takes its name from the town of Rocquencourt and has since won over gardeners thanks to its reliability , rapid maturation , and high yield . Tender and succulent as a fresh bean, it produces shiny black dried seeds , emblematic of this classic variety.

Companion plants : Corn, Carrot, Cabbage, Cucumber, Peas, Radish, Potato, Squash, Nasturtium, Rosemary
Nefarious plants : Alliums, Beetroot

Spread/Habit : Dwarf, bushy
Plant height : 30 to 50 cm
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Characteristics : Translucent yellow pods, buttery flavor, very tender, very productive, rapid maturation, shiny black seeds

Leaf color : Medium green
Texture/flavor : Very tender, buttery, delicate
Cold tolerance : Not frost tolerant

Farming method

To improve germination, soak the seeds for a maximum of 8 hours in lukewarm water (longer soaking risks killing the seeds). Sow directly after the last frost at a depth of 2.5–5 cm .
Space the plants 7 to 10 cm apart, with 30 cm between rows.
Germination in 8 to 10 days between 21 and 31 °C (optimum 26 °C).

Grow in full sun (level 3) with moderate watering (level 2). For a prolonged harvest, sow every 3 weeks .

Harvesting and preservation

Harvest when the pods are bright yellow, thin and supple , before the seeds thicken.
For dried beans, let the pods dry completely on the plant, ensuring good ventilation.
Store only dry grains in an airtight container.

Usage ideas

• In steamed butter beans
• In warm or cold salads thanks to their delicate texture
• As a delicate accompaniment to summer dishes
• Canned or frozen (excellent texture retention)
• In a color mix with green and purple beans

The 'Beurre de Rocquencourt' bean is a French classic , tender, succulent and extremely productive — perfect for gardeners looking for a refined and reliable butter bean.