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Maxibel Haricot Vert
BeanPhaseolus vulgaris 'Maxibel'
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 50 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 3" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
The ultimate French filet bean prized by gourmet cooks for its incredibly slender, pencil-thin pods and exceptional tenderness. This productive bush variety produces an abundance of extra-fine beans that maintain their delicate texture and vibrant color whether served fresh or lightly cooked. Maxibel represents the pinnacle of fine bean breeding, delivering restaurant-quality haricot verts for the home gardener's table.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost when soil reaches 65°F. Plant seeds 1 inch deep for best germination.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 3" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Bean beetles, aphids, thrips, spider mites. Common diseases: Bacterial blight, white mold, rust, anthracnose.