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Velour
Bean
BeanPhaseolus vulgaris
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 51 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 4" spacing
- Moderate water
- Annual
Overview
"Extra-fine" grade beans are 4-5" long with straight, slender, bright purple pods. Turns green upon cooking. Medium-size upright plants yield well. Small, light brown seeds. Bush bean.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost when soil temperature reaches 60°F
Growing
Sun: full. Water: moderate. Soil: Well-drained loam. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 7-10 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Bean beetles, spider mites, aphids. Common diseases: Bean rust, powdery mildew, anthracnose.