'Kentucky Blue' Pole Bean

'Kentucky Blue' Pole Bean is a prolific, All-America Selections winning variety that combines the best qualities of two classic favorites: the rich, sweet flavor of 'Blue Lake' and the vigorous growth and hardiness of 'Kentucky Wonder'. Producing long, heavy vines that reach 6 to 8 feet, this variety yields an abundance of straight, round, dark green pods measuring 6 to 7 inches in length. 'Kentucky Blue' is prized for its extended harvest season and improved disease resistance, making it a reliable and delicious choice for home vegetable gardens and market growers alike.

 

Culinary and Practical Uses

• The pods are tender, stringless when harvested young, and possess a sweet, savory flavor ideal for fresh eating, steaming, or stir-frying.
• Retains its high quality and texture when processed, making it an excellent choice for canning, freezing, and pickling.
• A nutritious addition to any meal, providing a good source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and essential minerals.

 

Characteristics

• Foliage & Pods: Vigorous green vines produce smooth, round, straight pods that are dark green and distinctive for their exceptional tenderness.
• Growth Habit: Climbing pole bean that requires support; vigorous vines attach easily to trellises, fences, or bean towers, saving garden space by growing vertically.
• Flowers: Produces small, delicate white to cream-colored blossoms that precede the fruit and attract pollinators to the vegetable garden.
• Seeds: White seeds develop within the pods; if allowed to fully mature and dry on the vine, they can be harvested as dry shell beans.

 

Growing Requirements

• Sun: Thrives in full sun; requires at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily for maximum yield and disease resistance.
• Soil: Prefers rich, loose, well-draining soil with a neutral pH; amending with compost helps retain moisture and nutrients.
• Water: Needs consistent moisture, especially during flowering and pod development; mulch at the base to keep roots cool and moist.
• Spacing: Sow seeds 1 inch deep and 4 to 6 inches apart at the base of a support structure; rows should be spaced 3 to 4 feet apart.
• Maintenance: Harvest frequently (every few days) to encourage continuous production; avoid handling plants when wet to prevent the spread of fungal diseases.
  
  

Shipping Info 'Kentucky Blue' Pole Bean seeds ship as fresh, high-quality, viable seeds that are carefully packaged for stability and protection from damage during transit. Prompt shipping supports reliable germination and seasonally appropriate planting.