Purple Goose Heirloom Pole Bean
(Phaseolus vulgaris) An old, rare pole-bean likely originating from Tennessee. Listed as a threatened heirloom in the "Place-Based Foods of Appalachia." Seed for this rare variety was generously shared with us by legendary seed saver John Coykendall. Pole-type plants produce excellent yields of 5" long, round pods containing white seeds with purple speckling. Suitable for use as a string bean or dried shelling bean. 85 days for snap beans 110 days for shelling. 25 seeds per packet.
We are looking or additional information on this variety. Please call if you have any experience growing Purple Goose. We'd love to hear about it!
CULTURE: After danger of frost has passed, sow seeds 4-6" apart, 1" deep in rows 24-36" apart. Plants require trellising. Under ideal conditions, germination will occur in 7-10 days. For highest yield, harvest regularly. Avoid touching plants while leaves are wet as this can spread disease.
(Phaseolus vulgaris) An old, rare pole-bean likely originating from Tennessee. Listed as a threatened heirloom in the "Place-Based Foods of Appalachia." Seed for this rare variety was generously shared with us by legendary seed saver John Coykendall. Pole-type plants produce excellent yields of 5" long, round pods containing white seeds with purple speckling. Suitable for use as a string bean or dried shelling bean. 85 days for snap beans 110 days for shelling. 25 seeds per packet.
We are looking or additional information on this variety. Please call if you have any experience growing Purple Goose. We'd love to hear about it!
CULTURE: After danger of frost has passed, sow seeds 4-6" apart, 1" deep in rows 24-36" apart. Plants require trellising. Under ideal conditions, germination will occur in 7-10 days. For highest yield, harvest regularly. Avoid touching plants while leaves are wet as this can spread disease.
