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Pole Bean — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Phaseolus vulgaris |
|---|---|
| Seed germination (days) | 7–14 |
| Soil temperature for germination (°C) | 15.6–29.4 |
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 60–80 |
| Measured from | Seed |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 15.2–20.3 |
| Mature height (cm) | 152.4–243.8 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 30.5–45.7 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 3–11 |
| Light | Full sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Sowing method | Direct sow |
Growing directions
Plant seeds 1 in deep at the base of a sturdy trellis or teepee of poles set 6–8 ft tall, spacing 3 seeds per pole. Vines twine naturally but may need early guidance toward supports. Harvest pods before seeds bulge prominently for the tenderest texture. Pole beans produce over a longer season than bush types, so keep picking to prevent pod maturation from stopping new flower set.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0