Bean Seeds - Pole - Yellow Bai Bu Lao
55-60 days maturity. Phaseolus vulgaris 'Yellow Bai Bu Lao'. Yellow Bai Bu Lao Pole Bean Seeds. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Warm-season annual. Open-pollinated. Yellow Bai Bu Lao beans are container-friendly, early maturing, and produce a high yield. The pods are flat and light green at the early stage but become round and white with time. These meaty pods average about 10-12" long and 0.5" wide. The pods are stringless and stay tender longer than most beans without fibrosis. The plants are vigorous and tolerant of cold and diseases. —Approx 68 seeds/oz.
Bean Seeds - Pole - Yellow Bai Bu Lao
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Other Common Names: Lai Lao Shao, White Romano Beans, Flat Beans, Italian Roma Beans, Helda Beans, Runner Beans, Broad Beans, or Pole Beans
How to Grow Yellow Bai Bu Lao Pole Beans
Sow seeds in the late spring or early summer after the last frost in a warm, sunny location. Optionally, use a legume root inoculant for faster growth. The soil should be moist in the early days. However, cold, wet soil will cause the seeds to rot before germination. As the plants become established, allow the soil to dry lightly between deep waterings. If the plants look pale throughout the season, boost them with a low-nitrogen fertilizer.
Save space and prepare for a high-quality bean harvest by training Yellow Bai Bu Lao beans to climb vertical supports that are at least 10ft tall. After the harvest, leave the roots in the ground to decompose and release nitrogen into the soil for next year's crops. See page 28 of our free vegetable growing guide for more tips !
Harvesting Yellow Bai Bu Lao Pole Beans
Harvest the beans at 10-12" long when they start to bulge in their pods and are about 1" wide. Snap them off the vine and promptly consume or freeze for optimum flavor.
Culinary Tips
Yellow Bai Bu Lao Beans perform at their peak when incorporated into a stirfry or roasted as a side dish. They are also exceptionally delicious fresh, steamed, sauteed, and tossed into Italian pasta dishes or soups.
Tips From Our Gardeners
“ These uniquely colored beans have great flavor and can be used in many dishes. Yellow Bai Bu Lao Pole beans are a must-try!”
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
Seeds Per Package
- 7 g packet - Approximately 48 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 272 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 1,088 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 5,440 Seeds
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Phaseolus vulgaris 'Yellow Bai Bu Lao' |
| Yellow Bai Bu Lao Pole Bean Color: | Green pods, leaves, and stems. The pods fade to white and are still good to eat. White to purple flowers. |
| Yellow Bai Bu Lao Pole Bean Flavor: | Distinct, succulent, beany flavor. |
Growing Info
| Days to Maturity: | 55-60 Days |
| Days to Germination: | 5-8 Days |
| Seeding Depth: | 1 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 15-20 inches |
| Plant Height: | 10-12’ |
| Growth Habit: | Vining climber. |
| Soil Preference: | Pole beans typically prefer slightly acidic soil with moderate fertility and good drainage. |
| Temperature Preference: | 50-85℉ |
Other
| Plant Width: | 8-10 inches |
| Pests and Disease: | Water the soil directly to avoid moisture on the leaves, causing rot and mildew. Watch out for thrips, aphids, and leaf beetles. Proper cultivation practices are the best defense against problems! |