Dry Bean 'Vermont Cranberry'

Phaseolusvulgaris

Family
Papilionaceae (pa-pil-ee-uh-NAY-see-ee)
Genus
Phaseolus (FAZ-ee-oh-lus)
Species
vulgaris (vul-GAIR-iss)
Synonym
Spacing
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Sun Exposure
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Other Details
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Pink
White/Near White
Soil pH requirements
Seed Type
Growth Habit
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Days to Maturity
Foliage Color
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Canoga Park, California

Clovis, California

Miami, Florida

Bethelridge, Kentucky

Salisbury, New Hampshire

Lenoir City, Tennessee

Elgin, Texas

Madison, Wisconsin

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Gardener's Notes:

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0
neutral
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Madison, WI (Zone 5a) | October 2006 | positive

I grew the bush version. It produces very pretty pods with tasty shelly beans.

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Bethelridge, KY (Zone 6a) | December 2003 | positive

I have grown this bean since the 60's (pole variety). It should be noted this bean is available in both the bush and pole variety. My see...Read More

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