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Topcrop Bush Bean
BeanPhaseolus vulgaris 'Topcrop'
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 50 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 4" spacing
- pH 6–7
Overview
A classic All-America Selections winner from 1950 that remains one of the most reliable bush beans for home gardeners. This prolific variety produces straight, stringless pods with excellent flavor and texture. Known for its concentrated harvest period and exceptional disease resistance, making it perfect for both fresh eating and preserving.
Planting
Direct sow after soil reaches 60°F and all danger of frost has passed. Plant seeds 1-2 inches deep.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Bean beetles, aphids, spider mites, cutworms. Common diseases: Bean mosaic virus, bacterial blight, white mold, rust.