30 Pieces Long Fortex Pole Bean Seeds
30 Pieces Long Fortex Pole Bean Seeds
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Grow your own delicious, high-yielding pole beans with these 30 pieces Long Fortex Pole Bean Seeds! This reliable variety produces plump, flavourful beans that are perfect for tasty salads, soups, and side dishes.
Specification:
- Germination: 4-10 days
- Quantity: 30 Seeds/Pack
Planting: Bush type: 1” deep and 4-6” apart with soil temperatures above 60 degrees and after the last frost. Planting under 60 degrees results in poor germination. Pole type: Plant 1” deep and 3- 4” apart for trellis/pole growth. Drying type: 1” deep and 5-6” apart. Leave beans on the plant until the leaves are falling and the pods are dry and withered.
Harvest: Before the seeds bulge and beans snap easily. Pick continually to prolong production.
Tips: Water well during hot dry periods and do not over-fertilize which results in a surplus of foliage and low, delayed pod growth. Plant seeds every 2-3 weeks for continual harvest throughout the summer.
- Soil requirements: Fortex Pole Beans prefer well-drained, fertile soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 6.8. The soil should be rich in organic matter to support healthy growth.
- Sunlight needs: These beans require full sun, which means they need at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day.
- Watering requirements: Water the plants regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. It's important to water at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the foliage, which can lead to disease.
- Planting season: The best time to plant Fortex Pole Bean seeds is in the spring after the last frost date, when the soil temperature has warmed to at least 60°F (15°C).
- Depth and spacing: Plant the seeds about 1 inch deep and space them 4 to 6 inches apart in rows that are 24 to 36 inches apart. Provide a trellis or support for the vines to climb.
- Germination time: Fortex Pole Bean seeds typically germinate within 7 to 14 days under optimal conditions.
- Maturity time: Fortex Pole Beans reach maturity in approximately 60 to 70 days after planting.
- Harvesting time: The best time to harvest is in the early morning when the beans are crisp and fresh.
- Harvesting tips: Harvest the beans when they are about 6 to 11 inches long and before the seeds inside start to bulge. Use a sharp knife or scissors to cut the beans from the vine to avoid damaging the plant. Store the harvested beans in a cool, dry place or refrigerate them to maintain freshness.
