Green Mascot Dwarf Bean
description
Green 'Mascotte' dwarf bean (Phaseolus vulgaris), offered by the seed company WH Perron
The 'Mascotte' dwarf green bean is a compact and decorative variety, perfectly suited to growing in window boxes , containers, or directly in the ground. Its neat shape and white flowers precede an abundant production of slender , straight, bright green pods with a crisp texture and delicate flavor . A type of French bean , it produces 13 to 15 cm pods of fine caliber, ideal for a regular and bountiful harvest.
Winner of the 2014 AAS award, 'Mascotte' is renowned for its earliness , reliability , and ease of cultivation, even in small spaces. The plants remain compact yet highly productive, making it an excellent choice for both urban gardeners and traditional vegetable gardens. Harvested young and frequently, it retains its tenderness and encourages continuous production.
Latin name: Phaseolus vulgaris
Maturity: Annual
Type: Dwarf bean, French
Maturity after sowing: Approximately 50 days
Fruit shape: Round
Pod length: 13 to 15 cm
Caliber: Fine
Color: Green
Quantity per packet: Approximately 75 seeds
Formulation: Treated
Uses: Planter, vegetable garden, fresh harvest
Award: Winner of the 2014 AAS
Companion plants: Artichoke, eggplant, beetroot, Swiss chard, borage, celery, celeriac, curly endive, cabbage, carrot
Negative plants: Garlic, beetroot, chives, shallot, fennel, onion, parsley, leek, potato
Cultivation method:
The 'Mascotte' dwarf bean is sown directly in the garden from mid-May to the end of July , once all risk of frost has passed. The seeds are fragile and require warm soil between 18 and 24°C for good germination. Avoid sowing too early or in overly wet soil, as this reduces emergence.
It prefers light, well-drained soil in full sun . Sow 5 to 8 cm apart in rows approximately 50 cm apart. For a prolonged harvest, sow every two weeks until July. Fertilize moderately, avoiding direct contact between the seeds and concentrated fertilizer; excess nitrogen promotes foliage growth at the expense of pods.
Harvest :
Harvest the pods regularly to encourage continuous production. Avoid picking after rain or early in the morning to minimize the risk of disease. The pods are best when young, well-formed, and still tender.
Compact, productive and ideal for planters!
With its neat shape , generous harvest, and excellent flavor, the 'Mascotte' green dwarf bean is a winning choice for small spaces and vegetable gardens alike. Easy to grow and award-winning for its performance, it guarantees crisp and flavorful harvests all season long.
