Black Valentine Bush Bean, 50 Heirloom Seeds Per Packet, Non GMO Seeds

Phaseolus vulgaris "Black Valentine"

Green pods with jet black seeds, this heirloom is a favorite. Pods average 6". Black Valentine is dependable and prolific. Excellent as fresh green beans or dried for soup beans. Cold tolerant.

Type: Annual
Sun: Full
Planting Depth: 1”
Spacing: 16-20”
Water: Moderate/Low
Days to Maturity/Bloom: 50 days
Height: 36”
Zones: 3-12

Planting Instructions

Plant bean seeds after all danger of frost has passed, and soil temperature is 48F minimum. Plants need 6-8 hours sunlight per day. Sow seeds 1" deep, 4-6" apart, in rows that are 2-3' apart. Seeds may be started indoors.

Water deeply and regularly. Weed carefully as they have shallow roots.

Beans mature all at the same time and must be harvested at once. If allowed to sit longer than a day or two, the flavor suffers.

Plant a new crop every two weeks for a continuous harvest. Bush beans may be grown in containers.

USDA Zone Map