
Blue Lake OSU 274 Bush Bean
Open Pollinated. 58 days. High yielding bush bean comparable in texture, quality,and tenderness to pole Blue Lakes types. One of the most delectable green beans. Pods are 5” to 6”, excellent fresh, frozen, canned or pickled. Extended harvest for a bush bean Resistance: common mosaic. Widely adapted, it is recommended by extension services from Texas to the Northwest. Can be planted in a variety of situations across the country. Planting Directions: Direct sow in spring after frost danger has passed and soil temperature is a minimum of 60°, 70° is optimum. Plant 1”to 2” deep, 4-6” apart. Plant in full sun. Plant in moderately fertile soil. Keep soil moist until seed germinates, after that water moderately and regularly until harvest. Germination usually takes 7 to 14 days when properly tended. After each picking water deep to prolong production. Plant several plantings in 3 week intervals to prolong the harvest period. More Info: All beans, Phaseolus vulgaris, are native t