Pole Bean 'Rattlesnake'
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Sweet flavor and vibrant color
Seeds of Climbing or Pole Beans 'Rattlesnake' (Phaseolus coccineus), offered by Semences OSC.
Stringless climbing bean with bright green pods marbled with purple. The tender pods offer an exceptionally sweet flavor, and their color becomes even more intense when cooked. The speckled seeds can also be used as a dry bean. Ideal for warm, humid climates, with vigorous vines reaching up to 2.5 m in height.
Plant height : 2.5 m
Quantity per packet : Approximately 70 to 80 seeds
Days to harvest : 65-70 days
Degree of difficulty : Easy
Frost Tolerance : Frosty Soft
Companion plants : Corn, squash, radishes
Enemy plants : Onions, garlic
Plant Type : Annual Vegetable
Cultivation method :
Pole beans require support structures such as trellises, fences or bamboo teepees that are well anchored to prevent collapse during the season. Sow seeds 1 inch deep and 3 inches apart in well-drained, organically enriched soil. Ensure good watering, especially in dry weather, and avoid handling leaves when wet to reduce the risk of disease. Germination occurs in about 10 days.
