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Borlotto Bush Bean

Bean

Phaseolus vulgaris 'Borlotto'

Overview
An Italian heirloom treasure that produces stunning speckled pods streaked with red and cream, making it as ornamental as it is delicious. Also known as cranberry beans, these dual-purpose beauties can be harvested young as tender snap beans or left to mature for plump, flavorful shelling beans perfect for Italian cuisine.
Planting
Direct sow after soil reaches 60°F and frost danger passes. Plant 1-2 inches deep.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Bean fly, aphids, spider mites, bean seed fly. Common diseases: Halo blight, common bacterial blight, bean rust.