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Growing French Garden Yellow Fillet Beans in the Vegetable Garden

To start, French Garden Yellow Fillet Bush Beans grow best when directly sown into the soil, as they don’t respond well to transplanting. Wait until all danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed to at least 60 F, typically a few weeks after the last frost date. Plant the seeds about 1 inch deep in the soil. Space the seeds about 4-6 inches apart in rows. The rows should be spaced 18-24 inches apart for ease of access during maintenance and harvesting.

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Beans need water most critically during flowering and pod formation. Apply a layer of organic mulch around the plants to help retain soil moisture and control weeds. Bush beans generally do not require additional fertilizer if planted in rich, well-amended soil; however, a light application of a balanced fertilizer can be beneficial if your soil is lacking.

Consider planting beans near carrots, cauliflower, or cucumbers, which make excellent companions. Avoid planting beans near onions or garlic as they can inhibit growth. Ensure the planting site gets full sun, aiming for at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. Avoid handling the plants when they are wet to prevent the spread of diseases. Rotate your bean crops each year to prevent disease buildup and perpetual pest issues in the soil.

Harvesting French Garden Yellow Fillet Beans

The pods should be harvested when they are young and tender, about 4-6 inches long and before the seeds inside begin to bulge. They are typically ready about 45-55 days after planting. Gently hold the plant with one hand and pull the pod off with the other to avoid damaging the plant. Regular harvesting encourages the plant to produce more pods.

About French Garden Yellow Fillet Bean Garden Seeds

The French Garden Yellow Fillet Bush Bean is a bush-type bean, which means it grows in a compact form and does not require staking. This type is generally easier to manage and harvest than pole varieties, as they produce most of their crop at once. This makes them ideal for harvesting for a single meal or for a large batch of preserving. Bush types are also preferred for container gardens.

French beans can also be known as Haricot Vert. They are originally from France, as the name suggests.

With its vibrant yellow color, it adds a splash of brightness to your garden and plate, making it visually appealing.

This bean is prized for its slender, long pods, usually about 4-6 inches in length. The beans are very tender with a superbly delicate and sweet flavor, often considered superior in taste and texture to other bean varieties.

Tips From Our Gardeners

"Although bush beans do not vine like other bean types, I have found that they are still not very sturdy when it comes to holding up all their bean pods. A small trellis or similar structure can keep your bean plants erect and your pods off the dirt."

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer