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Bean Seeds - Blue Lake Pole
$3.15
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(Non-GMO, Heirloom)
Blue Lake Pole Bean – The Vertical Gardener’s Choice for Massive Yields and Classic Flavor
The Blue Lake Pole Bean is the climbing cousin of the famous 274 Bush variety, offering the same incredible flavor but with the advantage of vertical growth. For gardeners with limited space or those who prefer a longer harvest season, this pole bean is a top-tier choice. At The Seed Guy, we love this variety because it utilizes vertical space to produce massive yields of 6-inch, dark green pods that are crisp, tender, and famously stringless.
Because these beans grow on vigorous vines that can reach up to 7 feet tall, they are easy to pick and stay clean off the ground. The Blue Lake Pole Bean is known for producing pods that remain sweet and tender even when they reach full size. Whether you are building a "bean teepee" for the kids or filling rows of trellises for your winter canning supply, these heirloom beans deliver the consistent quality and heavy production that homesteaders have relied on for decades.
Why choose heirloom Blue Lake Pole Bean Seeds
✅ 100% Non-GMO
✅ Open-pollinated
✅ Massive vertical yields in small spaces
✅ Exceptionally long harvest window
✅ Famous "Blue Lake" crispness and flavor
✅ Stringless pods for easy kitchen prep
✅ Excellent for fresh eating or canning
✅ Vigorous climbers for trellises and fences
Quick Growing Specifications:
Hardiness Zone: 3-10
Days to Maturity: 60-75 Days
Planting Depth: 1" Deep
Plant Spacing: 6" Apart (with support)
Germination: 7-10 Days
Blue Lake Pole Bean Planting Instructions:
1. Provide Support: Unlike bush beans, pole beans require a trellis, fence, or poles to climb. Install your support system before planting to avoid disturbing the roots later.
2. Timing and Sowing: Plant in full sun once the soil has warmed. Sow seeds 1 inch deep at the base of your trellis, spacing them about 6 inches apart.
3. Care: Keep the soil consistently moist. These vigorous climbers appreciate steady water to maintain their heavy production. Mulching the base of the plants can help retain moisture.
4. Harvesting: Harvest frequently! The more you pick, the more the plant will produce. For the best quality, pick the pods when they are about 6 inches long and the seeds inside are still small.
5. Pests and Diseases: Pole beans are high-yielding, but their dense vertical growth can sometimes invite pests and moisture issues. Watch for these common concerns:
• The Main Culprit: Aphids and Spider Mites often hide on the undersides of the high-reaching leaves. If you see yellowing or stippling on the foliage, check the leaf bottoms immediately.
• The Defense: A strong blast of water from the hose is usually enough to clear out aphids. For the best organic control, encourage ladybugs and lacewings, which are natural predators of these tiny pests.
• The "Airflow" Rule: Because pole beans grow in a thick "wall," they are prone to White Mold and Powdery Mildew. Avoid handling or harvesting the plants while the leaves are wet from morning dew or rain to prevent spreading spores.
• Harvesting for Production: These beans are "pick-it-or-lose-it." If you leave pods to get too big and tough on the vine, the plant thinks its job is done and will stop flowering. Keep picking to keep the harvest coming!
Phaseolus vulgaris
Specific References
🌱 Approx. 50 Premium Seeds
(Non-GMO, Heirloom)
Blue Lake Pole Bean – The Vertical Gardener’s Choice for Massive Yields and Classic Flavor
The Blue Lake Pole Bean is the climbing cousin of the famous 274 Bush variety, offering the same incredible flavor but with the advantage of vertical growth. For gardeners with limited space or those who prefer a longer harvest season, this pole bean is a top-tier choice. At The Seed Guy, we love this variety because it utilizes vertical space to produce massive yields of 6-inch, dark green pods that are crisp, tender, and famously stringless.
Because these beans grow on vigorous vines that can reach up to 7 feet tall, they are easy to pick and stay clean off the ground. The Blue Lake Pole Bean is known for producing pods that remain sweet and tender even when they reach full size. Whether you are building a "bean teepee" for the kids or filling rows of trellises for your winter canning supply, these heirloom beans deliver the consistent quality and heavy production that homesteaders have relied on for decades.
Why choose heirloom Blue Lake Pole Bean Seeds
✅ 100% Non-GMO
✅ Open-pollinated
✅ Massive vertical yields in small spaces
✅ Exceptionally long harvest window
✅ Famous "Blue Lake" crispness and flavor
✅ Stringless pods for easy kitchen prep
✅ Excellent for fresh eating or canning
✅ Vigorous climbers for trellises and fences
Bean Seeds - Blue Lake Pole
$3.15
$3.35
Save $0.20