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Bountiful Bush Bean
BeanPhaseolus vulgaris 'Bountiful'
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 48 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 4" spacing
- pH 6–7.5
Overview
A tried-and-true heirloom from 1898 that lives up to its name with incredibly heavy yields of tender, stringless pods. This variety is prized for its long harvest window and ability to produce well even in less-than-ideal conditions. Gardeners love its reliability and the fact that it continues producing over several weeks rather than all at once.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost date when soil is 60°F or warmer. Plant 1-2 inches deep.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7.5. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 6-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Mexican bean beetles, aphids, bean leaf beetles, cutworms. Common diseases: Bacterial blight, bean mosaic virus, anthracnose, rust.