Bean – Rattlesnake Pole Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) Non-GMO – Organically Grown – Vegetable
Bean – Rattlesnake Pole Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) Non-GMO – Organically Grown – Vegetable
Annual
Full sun
Rattlesnake Pole Bean is a vigorous, heirloom pole bean prized for its striking green pods streaked with purple and its long, reliable harvest. The beans are tender, flavorful, and excellent for fresh eating, snapping, or shelling when mature. Plants are strong climbers, producing abundantly over a long season when regularly picked. As a legume, this variety also improves garden soil by fixing nitrogen, making it a valuable addition to organic and regenerative gardens.
Medicinal properties:
Rattlesnake beans are not considered a medicinal plant. However, like other common beans, they are highly nutritious and valued for their protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, which support general health as part of a balanced diet.
Full growing information from seed:
- Sow seeds directly outdoors after all danger of frost has passed
- Soil temperature should be warm (at least 15°C / 60°F)
- Plant seeds 2–3 cm (1 inch) deep
- Space seeds about 10–15 cm (4–6 inches) apart
- Provide a sturdy trellis, pole, or fence for climbing
- Choose well-drained, fertile soil enriched with compost
- Water regularly, especially during flowering and pod development
- Avoid overhead watering to reduce disease
- Harvest pods young and tender for best flavor
- Frequent harvesting encourages continuous production
No stratification required
Seed count: 10