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Vermont Cranberry Bush Bean

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Vermont Cranberry Bush Bean

Bean

Phaseolus vulgaris 'Vermont Cranberry'

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

    A beloved New England heirloom that's been grown in Vermont gardens since the 1700s, featuring beautiful burgundy-red beans that resemble cranberries when dried. This compact bush variety is perfectly adapted to shorter growing seasons and produces reliable yields of flavorful beans that have sustained New England families for centuries. The rich color and exceptional flavor make it a favorite for traditional baked bean recipes and modern farm-to-table cuisine.

  • Planting

    Direct sow 1-2 weeks after last frost when soil is warm. Plant 1-2 inches deep.

  • Growing

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

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Mexican bean beetle, bean leaf beetle, aphids. Common diseases: Bacterial blight, white mold, bean rust.