Bush Bean 'Slenderette'
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Incomparable finesse and flavor
Seeds of Dwarf Beans 'Slenderette' (Phaseolus vulgaris), offered by Semences OSC.
The thin, smooth pods are 13 cm long and are a glossy dark green and offer exceptional flavour. They are free of fibre and string, making them ideal for eating fresh, freezing or canning. A variety resistant to common bean mosaic virus and top curly virus.
Plant height: 40-50 cm
Quantity per packet: Approximately 80 to 100 seeds
Days to harvest: 50-55 days
Degree of difficulty: Easy
Frost Tolerance: Killed by Frost
Companion plants: Corn, carrots, zucchini
Enemy plants: Onions, leeks
Plant Type: Annual Vegetable
Cultivation method:
Beans prefer a light, organic, well-drained soil with a pH of about 6.5. Sow seeds only after the soil has reached a minimum temperature of 60°F (16°C). Plant 1 inch deep and 3 inches apart, in rows 18 to 28 inches apart. For a continuous harvest, plant seedlings every 10 days until mid-July. Maintain even watering, especially during flowering and pod formation. Limit the use of high-nitrogen fertilizers to prevent excess foliage. Handle plants only when dry to reduce disease. Germination occurs in about 8 days.
