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Forrester Flat Bush Bean Phaseolus vulgaris

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Forrester - Flat Bush Bean - Phaseolus vulgaris

Exposure

Sun

Flower Season

Summer

Mature Size

Height: 12" - 15"

Spread: 12" - 16"

Height: 30cm - 38cm

Spread: 30cm - 41cm

12 - 15 Inches
4 - 6 Inches
12 - 16 Inches
30cm - 38cm
10cm - 15cm
30cm - 41cm

Features

This updated type of bush bean produces slightly rounded, flat beans that are juicier and more tender than typical varieties. Its uniform, large 5.5-inch, light to medium green pods are delicious when eaten fresh.

Characteristics

Fruit Color:
Green

Days to Fruit:
60

Plant Type:
Annual

Height Category:
Medium

Garden Height:
12 - 15 Inches 30cm - 38cm

Spacing:
4 - 6 Inches 10cm - 15cm

Spread:
12 - 16 Inches 30cm - 41cm

Foliage Colors:
Green

Foliage Shade:
green

Habit:
Mounded

Container Role:
Filler

Plant Needs

Light Requirement:
Sun

The optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).

Maintenance Category:
Moderate

Hardiness Zones:
8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b

Water Category:
Consistent

Soil Fertility Requirement:
Average Soil

Uses:
Container

Uses:
Edible Fruit

Uses:
Good for Preserving

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