Bean Seeds - Bush - Jade Bush
Seed Count: 25 Seeds
Maturity: 55 Days from Planting/Transplanting
Growth Habit: Compact bush-type plant with high productivity.
Bean Characteristics: Stringless, smooth, tender pods with a rich, lush flavor.
Uses: Perfect for fresh eating, steaming, sautéing, and freezing.
Plant Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO variety.
Resistance: Naturally resistant to common bean diseases, ensuring healthier crops.
Growing Conditions: Thrives in full sun with well-draining soil and consistent moisture.
History & Heritage:
The Jade Bean is a gardener’s favorite, renowned for its reliability, productivity, and resilience. With a quick 55-day growth cycle, this variety has earned its reputation as a top choice for market gardeners and home growers alike. Its stringless, tender pods and exceptional disease resistance make it a standout among bush beans, providing a dependable and flavorful harvest season after season.
Culinary Versatility:
Jade Beans are celebrated for their smooth, stringless pods and rich, garden-fresh flavor. Their fine texture and tender bite make them ideal for a variety of culinary applications. Enjoy them fresh, steamed, or sautéed as a side dish, or incorporate them into casseroles, stir-fries, or soups. They also freeze beautifully, retaining their flavor and texture for later use. The Jade Bean’s consistent quality and taste have made it a staple in both home kitchens and farmer’s markets.
Planting & Growth Tips:
Growing Jade Beans is straightforward and rewarding, producing abundant harvests with minimal effort. Follow these tips for successful cultivation:
- Planting: Sow seeds 1 inch deep directly into soil after the last frost, or when soil temperatures reach at least 60°F. Space seeds 2-3 inches apart in rows spaced 18-24 inches apart.
- Soil: Use fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost or organic matter. Maintain a pH between 6.0-7.5 for optimal growth.
- Sunlight: Provide full sun exposure for vigorous growth and high yields.
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during flowering and pod formation, but avoid overwatering to prevent root issues.
- Care: The Jade Bean’s bush habit makes it easy to grow in both small and large spaces. Its high resistance to common diseases reduces the need for chemical treatments, making it a low-maintenance crop.
- Harvesting: Pick pods when they are 5-7 inches long and tender for the best flavor. Regular harvesting encourages continuous production throughout the season.
Why Grow Jade Beans?
Jade Beans offer an unbeatable combination of flavor, reliability, and productivity. Their stringless pods, rich flavor, and exceptional disease resistance make them a favorite for gardeners of all experience levels. Perfect for both fresh eating and freezing, this variety ensures a steady supply of delicious beans throughout the growing season. Add Jade Beans to your garden for a dependable and flavorful harvest that’s as versatile as it is abundant.
Bean Seeds - Bush - Jade Bush is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.