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Cherokee Purple Bean

Bean

Phaseolus vulgaris 'Cherokee Trail of Tears'

Overview
Cherokee Purple Bean is a stunning heirloom snap bean variety prized for its distinctive dark purple pods that mature in approximately 72 days. The beans are notably slender and tender with an excellent snap texture when picked at peak immaturity. This variety delivers a sweet, mild flavor that stands out among purple bean cultivars, making it equally suited for fresh eating, steaming, or stir-frying. The plants produce prolifically in full sun, and the vibrant purple color adds visual appeal to any garden bed. True to its heirloom heritage, Cherokee Purple Bean offers home gardeners an unusual yet reliable producer with superior taste and texture.
Planting
Direct sow after soil temperature reaches 60°F and all danger of frost has passed. Plant 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, cucumber beetles. Common diseases: Bean mosaic virus, bacterial blight, anthracnose, rust.