Round to oval pods 6 to 8 inches long are tender and stringless. Very tolerant of hot temperatures and mildew tolerant as well. The crop matures over a short period of time, so you can complete your canning or freezing quickly. Buff mottled seed.
Seeds Data
macchick's Bean 'Contender' Seeds Care Instructions
Try for a seed spacing of at approx. 3.9 inches (10.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.99 inches (2.54 cm) if planning to sow direct.
Ensure you have enough space in your garden for this plant - Bean 'Early Contender' is known for growing to a height of approximately 40.0 cm (that's 1.30 feet in imperial).
Remember to water moderately.
Ensure your soil has a ph of between 6.0 and 6.8 as Bean 'Early Contender' is a acidic soil loving plant.
Keep an eye out for these common Bean problems: Bean rust, Mexican beetle, Aphids, Leaf hoppers, and Spider Mites.
More information about Bean 'Contender' Seeds is available in the Folia gardener's wiki. All Bean 'Contender' Seeds Care Instructions have been kindly provided by our members.
Seed Starting Schedule
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Bean 'Contender' ARCHIVED
Phaseolus vulgaris
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