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Bush Kentucky Wonder
Bean
BeanPhaseolus vulgaris 'Bush Kentucky Wonder'
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 57 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 4" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A compact bush version of the famous Kentucky Wonder pole bean, delivering the same exceptional flavor and tender texture without the need for trellising. This reliable variety produces abundant harvests of long, flat, meaty pods that are perfect for fresh eating or preserving. Popular with home gardeners who want Kentucky Wonder quality in a space-saving bush form.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost when soil temperature is 60°F or warmer. Plant seeds 1-2 inches deep.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Bean beetles, aphids, spider mites, cutworms. Common diseases: Bacterial blight, anthracnose, white mold, rust.