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Kentucky Wonder Pole

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Kentucky Wonder Pole

Bean

Phaseolus vulgaris 'Kentucky Wonder'

  • Full sun
  • Zones 2–11
  • 65 days to maturity
  • Vegetables
  • 4" spacing
  • pH 6–7
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  • Overview

    America's most beloved heirloom pole bean, cherished by gardeners since the 1850s for its incredible productivity and old-fashioned bean flavor. These vigorous climbing vines produce an abundance of long, curved pods that are best harvested young and tender, though they can also be left to mature for excellent shell beans. A true garden workhorse that keeps producing until frost.

  • Planting

    Direct sow after soil reaches 65°F. Plant 1 inch deep near poles or trellises. Requires strong support.

  • Growing

    Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 7-10.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Bean beetles, spider mites, aphids. Common diseases: Rust, bacterial blight, anthracnose.