Kentucky Wonder Pole Bean Organic Seeds (Phaseolus vulgaris) Heirloom pole bean with long, tender green pods. Heavy yields over a long season. Excellent for fresh eating, canning, or freezing.
Minimum: 20+ Seeds
Trusted by generations of gardeners, Kentucky Wonder Pole Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is an heirloom classic renowned for its vigorous vines, exceptional yields, and deliciously tender green pods. These stringless beans can grow up to 9 inches long and are perfect for fresh eating, canning, or freezing.
As a pole variety, Kentucky Wonder climbs easily with support, making it an ideal choice for vertical gardens, fences, and teepee trellises. It produces steadily throughout the summer, offering gardeners a long, productive harvest window with consistent flavor and crisp texture.
🌱 Key Features:
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🍃 Heirloom Variety: Grown and loved since the 1800s
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🫘 Pole Bean Type: Requires a trellis or support to climb
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🌿 Heavy Producer: Continuous yields over a long season
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🌼 Tender, Stringless Pods: 7–9" long and full of flavor
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❄️ Great for Preservation: Ideal for canning and freezing
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🌱 Certified Organic Seeds
🌾 Growing Information:
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Botanical Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
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Days to Maturity: 60–75 days
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Plant Type: Warm-season annual
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Growth Habit: Climbing vine, 5–8 ft tall
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Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
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Soil Needs: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
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Spacing: 3–4" apart in rows or hills, with 2–3 seeds per pole
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Sowing Depth: 1 inch
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Planting Season: After last frost in spring
🌼 Best Uses:
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Fresh garden snacking
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Steamed, sautéed, or roasted side dishes
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Classic canning recipes
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Freezer-ready meal prep
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Trellis and vertical gardening aesthetics
💡 Why Grow Kentucky Wonder?
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Space-efficient thanks to vertical growth
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Long harvest period ensures multiple pickings
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Rich, savory bean flavor unmatched by store-bought varieties
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Organic and heirloom genetics support biodiversity and seed-saving
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Easy to grow with low maintenance needs
Kentucky Wonder Pole Beans are a must-have for any home gardener seeking reliable yields, old-fashioned flavor, and easy growing. Add a vertical element to your garden while enjoying crisp, flavorful beans all summer long!