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Contender Bean (Bush) – 30 Seeds

Contender Bean (Bush) – 30 Seeds

Sale price  $1.99 Regular price $3.99
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Contender Bean (Bush) – 30 Seeds

Contender Bean (Bush) – 30 Seeds

Sale price  $1.99 Regular price $3.99
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Get one of the earliest harvests of the season with the Contender Bush Bean. This incredibly popular and reliable heirloom is a favorite for its ability to produce a huge crop of delicious beans exceptionally fast. The 6-8 inch pods are medium-green, slightly curved, and completely stringless, with a wonderful, classic bean flavor. Its vigorous, compact bush habit makes it an easy-to-grow choice for any sunny garden, providing a bountiful harvest perfect for fresh eating, freezing, or canning.

⭐ What you'll love

  • An exceptionally early variety for one of the first bean harvests of the season.
  • A very heavy and reliable producer on compact, easy-to-manage bush plants.
  • Classic, stringless green beans with a fantastic, rich flavor.
  • An excellent all-purpose bean that is great for canning and freezing.

🌿 Seed details

  • Plant Name: Contender Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
  • Seed Quantity: Approx. 30 seeds
  • Type: Bush Bean, Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
  • Lifecycle: Annual
  • Height: 12-20 inches
  • Days to Maturity: 45-55 days
  • USDA Zone: 3-9
  • Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

  • Sowing: Direct sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed to at least 60°F.
  • Depth: Plant seeds 1 to 2 inches deep.
  • Spacing: Space seeds 2-4 inches apart in rows that are 24-36 inches apart.
  • Light Requirement: Full Sun.
  • Soil: Prefers rich, well-draining soil.
  • Harvest: Pick beans frequently to encourage continuous production.

✅ Our seed packets

  • Professionally designed and made.
  • Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
  • Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
  • Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
  • Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
  • Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!

🚚 Shipping

  • FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.
  • Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
  • Tracking is included with every order.

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