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Roma II Bush Snap Green Bean

Quick Facts:

  • Heavy yields of 5-6" flattened pods
  • Compact, bush-type plants
  • Stringless, pale green pods up to 5"
  • Beans tender and delicious
  • Ready in 58 days

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Roma II Bush Snap Green Bean

More about Roma II

Phaseolus vulgaris

Roma II is a popular Italian green bean variety that produces heavy, continuous yields of 5 to 6-inch flattened pods.  Released in 1978 as a more reliable and disease resistant strain of the original Roma bean, Roma II features compact, bush-type plants perform well under a variety of conditions.  Although usually quite bushy in nature, some have reported that Roma II bush beans can develop short runners under certain environmental conditions.  We have yet to experience this, and it reportedly occurs very rarely, but it is a known phenomenon for this variety.

Note that this variety germinates more slowly than other bush beans.  It also resents cool, wet soil.  Do not pre-soak the seeds.  D... More

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Phaseolus vulgaris

Roma II is a popular Italian green bean variety that produces heavy, continuous yields of 5 to 6-inch flattened pods.  Released in 1978 as a more reliable and disease resistant strain of the original Roma bean, Roma II features compact, bush-type plants perform well under a variety of conditions.  Although usually quite bushy in nature, some have reported that Roma II bush beans can develop short runners under certain environmental conditions.  We have yet to experience this, and it reportedly occurs very rarely, but it is a known phenomenon for this variety.

Note that this variety germinates more slowly than other bush beans.  It also resents cool, wet soil.  Do not pre-soak the seeds.  Do not plant until nighttime temps consistently exceed 50 degrees.

In terms of flavor, Roma beans are among the most flavorful we've grown.  Their stringless, pale green pods can grow quite large without getting stringy or fibrous and they are renowned for their ability to retain their flavor even after being cooked.  We love to sauté them in olive oil, adding a splash of soy sauce and some garlic powder just before serving.  Harvests begin approximately 58 days after sowing.  Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds.

Phaseolus vulgaris

Roma II is a popular Italian green bean variety that produces heavy, continuous yields of 5 to 6-inch flattened pods.  Released in 1978 as a more reliable and disease resistant strain of the original Roma bean, Roma II features compact, bush-type plants perform well under a variety of conditions.  Although usually quite bushy in nature, some have reported that Roma II bush beans can develop short runners under certain environmental conditions.  We have ye... read more

read less

Phaseolus vulgaris

Roma II is a popular Italian green bean variety that produces heavy, continuous yields of 5 to 6-inch flattened pods.  Released in 1978 as a more reliable and disease resistant strain of the original Roma bean, Roma II features compact, bush-type plants perform well under a variety of conditions.  Although usually quite bushy in nature, some have reported that Roma II bush beans can develop short runners under certain environmental conditions.  We have yet to experience this, and it reportedly occurs very rarely, but it is a known phenomenon for this variety.

Note that this variety germinates more slowly than other bush beans.  It also resents cool, wet soil.  Do not pre-soak the seeds.  Do not plant until nighttime temps consistently exceed 50 degrees.

In terms of flavor, Roma beans are among the most flavorful we've grown.  Their stringless, pale green pods can grow quite large without getting stringy or fibrous and they are renowned for their ability to retain their flavor even after being cooked.  We love to sauté them in olive oil, adding a splash of soy sauce and some garlic powder just before serving.  Harvests begin approximately 58 days after sowing.  Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds.

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How to Grow Bush Beans

Growing heirloom bush beans is a fun and rewarding garden endeavor and it couldn't be easier! Heirloom bush beans perform best in well-drained soil of normal fertility. Beans do not require supplemental nitrogen as they are able to fix their own, however a fall application of well-aged manure or compost will help to boost yields in poor soils. Avoid planting beans in low-lying or poor-draining areas as this can predispose seedlings to fungal diseases and damping off.

After the danger of frost has passed and daytime soil temps average at least 60 degrees, sow the bean seeds 1" deep, 4-6” apart in rows 24-36” apart. Avoid planting when cool, wet weather is forecast as this can increase the occurrence of fungal diseases and damping off. Water no more than necessary, or one inch per week if rainfall is not adequate.

Transplanting beans is generally not recommended as the roots are fragile and don't like being disturbed. For this reason, it is best to direct sow bean seeds in place.

Insect Pests

Mexican Bean Beetles and Japanese Beetles can be controlled using a simple homemade insecticidal soap solution. Pheromone-based Japanese Beetle traps can also be effective at minimizing damage to plants. Finally, selection of tolerant cultivars is important in areas with known insect issues.

Diseases & Other Problems

Consult your local extension office to determine which diseases are most common in your area. Site selection is key in keeping bean diseases at bay. Select well-draining sites that do not have a history of disease. Giving plants ample space will allow leaves to dry more quickly and slow the spread of disease. Remove plant debris in the fall and turn over soil to minimize disease carryover. Avoid planting beans in the same location for at least two years. During hot and dry periods, beans may stop flowering or may drop flowers. Pod production will resume once moisture has returned.

Avoid harvesting beans in the morning before the leaves have dried or after a rain as this can spread disease. Timing the harvest is a matter of personal preference. Stringless beans are typically harvested before the seeds reach an appreciable size, while string beans are often harvested once the beans start to bulge in the pods For dry beans, individual pods may be harvested as soon as they have begun to yellow. Alternatively, entire plants may be pulled once a majority of pods have yellowed. Allow pods to dry for about four days before shelling. Once shelled, allow to cure for another week. Place in an airtight container and store in a cool, dark place. Dry beans can be stored for several years under these conditions. If vacuum-sealed with a desiccant bag in the container, they will keep for up to 30 years.

CONSIDERATIONS:

Beans are self-pollinating plants with perfect flowers that contain both male and female floral organs. Pollination typically occurs before the flower has opened, therefore crossing in beans is fairly uncommon. Isolation distances of a few feet are usually sufficient to prevent cross-pollination, so long as plants are not allowed to intermingle.

HARVESTING SEED:

Beans that are being saved for seed are harvested exactly as are dry beans. Mature yellow or brown pods are pulled and allowed to dry completely. The pods can then be "shelled" or opened to release the beans.

SEED LONGETIVITY:

Bean seeds will maintain at least 50% germination for four years when stored under ideal conditions.

Boy with a bowl of dry beans

Customer Reviews

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STEVEN WONNER
No germination

Planted 50 seeds in good soil 1 1nch. 5 seeds germinated...that's all. We did have a wet week after planting so that may have effected somewhat, but 5 out of 50 is not realistic. I will likely replant, but I don't know where I will source the seeds. Based on other reviews, I will try another vendor.

Hi Steven thanks for your review. We offer a 100% guarantee on all of our seeds and this year's stock is germinating at 85%+ so I'm sure we have some good replacments to send you. Your instincts are right on this variety-- it does not like to be overly wet. Usually when we hear of trouble with Roma II, it is from gardeners who tried to pre-soak the seeds before planting, or as in your experience, had especially wet weather after sowing. Whatever the case, weather or possibly some issue during transit, we're happy to get you some more seed.

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Ronald Moyer
Roma green bean

Roma is the best tasting and easiest to can of all green beans. This is one heavy bearing and easy to pick bean. Roma is by far my favorite of all green beans.

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Mahmut Ilerisoy
Roma II

Unfortunately, only 2 seeds germinated.

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erica
Great seeds

This product came
Intact and produced very well.

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