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Bean Seeds (Bush) - Pencil Pod Wax

Cook, store, or can these delicious five- to seven-inch pods

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Attracts Bees
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Improves Soil
Microgreens

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Phaseolus vulgaris

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 50 to 65 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Bush
  • Compact
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 20 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Determinate
  • Snap Bean
  • Stringless

COLOR

  • Yellow

Grow Heirloom Beans - Pencil Pod Wax Bean Seeds

Tender and tasty with heavy yields, Pencil Pod Wax Beans are the quintessential heirloom, growing in gardens since 1900. When a seed has lasted that long, you know it's a winner! Enjoy excellent quality, stringless 5-7" pods with a delicious wax bean flavor. Bush stays under 20", can or freeze to share with friends.

  • Stringless variety
  • Great for cooking, storing, or canning
  • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 4 to 6 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
1 Ounce 70
1/4 Pound 280

Planting Guide

View our Bean Planting Guide to learn more.

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Bean Seeds (Bush) - Pencil Pod Wax

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Bean Seeds (Bush) - Pencil Pod Wax FAQs

What type of seed is Pencil Pod Wax Bean?

Pencil Pod Wax Bean is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

How big will Pencil Pod Wax Bean get?

Pencil Pod Wax Bean grows to 5 to 6 beans per pod, 5 to 7 inches long.

What is the flavor profile of Pencil Pod Wax Bean?

Pencil Pod Wax Bean has a flavor profile described as buttery and fine texture.

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