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Jade
Bean
BeanPhaseolus vulgaris
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 53 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 4" spacing
- High water
- Annual
Overview
Arguably the best-tasting bush bean we offer, Jade's 6-7", slender, deep green pods are exceptionally tender and delicious. High-yielding even under heat or cold stress, Jade has been a customer favorite since its debut in our 1992 catalog. Pale green seeds. Bush bean.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost when soil temperature reaches 60-70°F, 1 inch deep, 2-3 inches apart
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil: Well-draining loam enriched with compost; moderately fertile. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 7-10 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Spider mites, Mexican bean beetles, bean leaf beetles, aphids. Common diseases: Bacterial brown spot, common rust, bean mosaic virus, powdery mildew in humid conditions.