Bean Seeds - Pole - Dow Purple Pod (Organic)
55 Days to maturity. Phaseolus vulgaris. Dow Purple Pod Organic Pole Bean Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, organic, heirloom, high yielding, drought tolerant, pole, snap string bean. Suitable for growing in containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Dow Purple Pod is a vigorous climber with 7 to 8-inch long, purple-podded snap beans. The flowers are a lovely purple, just like the beans. The interior of the bean pod is almost neon green and is an amazing contrast to the purple exterior. The seed is white in color, with a delightful, intense "bean" flavor. Dow Purple Pod is a rare variety originally from Illinois. It turns green when cooked. They do have some strings. ~110 seeds/oz.
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Growing Dow Purple Pod Organic Pole Beans in the Vegetable Garden
Pole beans can be started indoors but perform best if sown directly after the final spring frost. Sow two seeds one inch deep and 2-3 inches apart in moist, rich, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8. Whether direct sowing or transplanting, thin out so only the strongest starts remain every 4-6 inches in the garden as true leaves establish. Pole beans require immediate trellis support as seedlings try to vine as soon as true leaves emerge. Plants thrive from a top layer of mulch to help cool soil and roots. If you are using homemade compost, it is wise to get a soil test done to know what nutrient levels are present.
String pole beans don’t typically require fertilization beyond rich soil. If you have poor soils, use an organic, low-nitrogen blend (or high-quality compost) and apply every 2-4 weeks during the fruiting season. Keep the soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and pod development. Dow Purple Pod beans prefer consistent moisture, but overwatering should be avoided to prevent root rot. Maintain proper airflow by keeping weeds at bay. Mulching around the plants can also help conserve moisture and prevent weeds.
Harvesting Dow Purple Pod Organic Pole Beans
Dow Purple Pod Pole beans are harvested when the pods are about six inches long and before the seeds inside have fully developed. These are snap beans, meaning they are eaten whole, not shelled. The best time to harvest is when the pods are young and tender but can be left to mature to harvest the beans rather than the pods. You can tell they snap beans ready by gently bending the pod; it should snap easily. Harvesting regularly encourages the plant to produce more beans. To harvest, simply grasp the pod (or use scissors) and gently pull it from the vine.
About Dow Purple Pod Organic Pole Bean Garden Seeds
The purple coloration is due to anthocyanins, pigments with antioxidant properties. For this reason, many people try to eat purple-colored food regularly.
These purple pods stand out against the green foliage, making it easy to see when they are ripe and ready to harvest. The pole growth habit further makes harvesting easy because it limits the need for crouching and kneeling to pick the pods.
Snap beans are a fantastic source of fiber. According to the USDA, 95% of Americans consume insufficient fiber. It is recommended to get 25-30 grams of fiber per day, and regularly eating a hearty portion of fresh or cooked pole beans can not only provide essential vitamins and minerals but keep our gut healthy as well.
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"If you are aiming for a true organic garden this year, choose from organic seeds. When the seed is labeled as organic, that means that the plants that the seeds were harvested from were also grown using purely organic methods. Therefore, the seed you are buying is as unlikely as possible to have traces of chemical herbicides or pesticides."
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Dow Purple Pod Organic Pole Bean Seeds Per Package:
- 1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 100 Seeds
- 4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 428 Seeds
- 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 1,712 Seeds
- 5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 8,560 Seeds
- 25 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 42,800 Seeds
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=======Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Phaseolus vulgaris |
| Bean Sub-Type: | Not Applicable. |
| Dow Purple Pod Organic Pole Bean Color: | Green, Purple |
| Dow Purple Pod Organic Pole Bean Flavor: | Tender and sweet, rich bean flavor. |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Annual Crop: Not Intended to Overwinter |
| Days to Maturity: | 55 |
| Days to Germination: | 5-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 1 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 4-6 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 18-36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 60-96 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Vining |
| Soil Preference: | Beans prefer well-draining, nutrient-rich, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8. As light feeders and nitrogen-fixing legumes, beans do not require nitrogen-heavy fertilizers. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer (70-85 F). |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | Yes, direct sow when soil temperatures are reliably above 60 F. Planting with an inoculant may increase yields, but is certainly not required for a successful grow. |
| Start Indoors: | Not Recommended. Beans grow best without any root disturbance. We recommend direct sowing instead of transplanting. |
| Bean Pollination: | Beans are self-pollinating as they contain both the male and female parts within their flowers, unlike other fruit and vegetable plants. While they are self-pollinating, having a variety of pollinators and flowers around will improve yields by ensuring the greatest chances for pollinating events to occur. |
| Snap or Shell Bean: | Snap - Snap beans have a fleshy edible pod. Snap beans are also commonly referred to as string beans or green beans (though not all snap beans are green). They are called snap beans because they make a snapping sound when you break them in half. |
| Pole or Bush Bean: | Pole - Pole beans are vining-type plants that put out runners that grow very long or tall. Pole beans are so-called because they require a trellis, support, or wait for it… a pole. Pole beans require more effort than bush beans, but may also be grown in containers with the right support. |
| Plant Width: | 18 inches |
| Growth Speed: | Early - Ready for harvest around 45-65 days. |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Germination Temperature: | 70-90 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Beans are susceptible to beetles, aphids, spider mites, and cutworms. Look for signs of chewing, curling leaves, eggs on the undersides of leaves, and leaf discoloration. Keeping your bean plants clean from dust build-up and surrounded by a variety of plants to help deter and prevent pest damage. Beans are also susceptible to powdery mildew, bean blight, rust, and root rot. Maintain a regular watering schedule that avoids overly saturated soil. The roots need adequate time to air out between watering. This will also help prevent common fungal and bacterial diseases from developing. Good air circulation and applying water to the ground rather than the leaves will help maintain healthy bean plant growth. |
| Garden Size: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container |
| Bean Use: | fresh, preserving, canning, freezing, casseroles, stir-fries, salads. |
| Climate Tolerance: | Drought |