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Bean - Climbing French - Blue Lake - 15 seeds
Bean - Climbing French - Blue Lake - 15 seeds
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Climbing French Blue Lake beans are a popular variety of pole bean that has tender delicious pods with high yields. The plants can grow up to 8-10 feet tall and require a trellis or support system to climb on. The beans are a beautiful blue-green colour and have a crisp, meaty texture with a sweet, nutty flavour. Climbing French Blue Lake beans are typically harvested when the pods are still young and tender, at around 6-7 inches in length. This variety of bean is easy to grow and thrives in warm, sunny locations with well-drained soil. The plants are also resistant to many common bean diseases, making them a reliable choice for gardeners. Climbing French Blue Lake beans can be steamed, sautéed, or roasted for a delicious side dish.
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Planting Guide
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Sowing and Growing Guide
Dwarf French Climbing Blue Lake Bean
Indoor Sowing:
- Sow seeds in pots or trays indoors from mid-spring to early summer, using a good quality compost.
- Plant the seeds about 2-3 cm deep, and keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
- Place the pots or trays in a bright location, but avoid direct sunlight.
- When the seedlings have grown to about 8 cm tall, they can be transplanted outdoors in their final positions.
Outdoor Sowing:
- Sow seeds directly into the ground from late spring to early summer, when the soil has warmed up.
- Plant the seeds about 2-3 cm deep, and keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
- Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil.
- When the seedlings have grown to about 8 cm tall, thin them to a spacing of about 20 cm apart.
Growing:
- Water the plants regularly, particularly during dry spells.
- Provide support for the plants as they grow, using canes or netting.
- Pinch out the top of the plants when they reach their desired height, to encourage bushier growth.
- Harvest the beans when they are about 10-15 cm long and the pods are well filled.