Blue Lake Pole Bean Seeds

Blue Lake Pole Bean Seeds are a trusted choice among gardeners for producing tender, flavorful beans with crisp texture and excellent yields. Known for their climbing growth habit, these beans thrive when supported by poles, trellises, or fencing, making them ideal for vertical gardening. They are stringless, easy to harvest, and known for their extended harvest season. Perfect for fresh use, canning, or freezing, these beans are highly reliable and productive.

Specifications:

• Common Name (US): Blue Lake Pole Bean

• Seed Type: Pole Bean

• Growth Habit: Climbing, requires support (poles/trellis)

• Days to Maturity: 60–65 days

• Plant Height: Vines can grow up to 6–8 feet

• Pod Length: 6–7 inches, stringless, tender pods

• Light Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with pH 6.0–7.5

• Watering Needs: Regular, consistent moisture

• Season for Planting:

  • Spring: After last frost when soil warms to at least 60°F

  • Summer: In cooler regions, successive plantings possible until midsummer

• USDA Zones: Suitable for Zones 3–10

  • Zones 3–5: Plant late May–early June

  • Zones 6–7: Plant mid–late May

  • Zones 8–10: Plant early–mid April

• Harvest Period: 50–65 days after sowing, continuous harvest for several weeks

• Uses: Fresh eating, canning, freezing