Product Description
Arguably the best-tasting bush bean we offer – Jade produces 6–7 inch slender, deep green pods that are exceptionally tender and delicious straight from the garden. Even under heat or cold stress, Jade delivers high yields when other beans struggle. A customer favorite since its debut – proven performance you can trust. Pale green seeds. Bush bean habit – no staking required. USDA Certified Organic. A true garden classic that belongs in every kitchen garden.
Basic Information
Latin Name : Phaseolus vulgaris
Days to Maturity : 50 – 53 days
Life Cycle : Annual
Hybrid Status : Open Pollinated
Product Specifications
Plant Height : 18 – 24 inches (bush type)
Packet Size : 175 seeds
Seeds per Pound (avg.) : 1,500
Pod Length : 6 – 7 inches
Pod Color : Deep green, slender
Light Requirement : No specific needs – thrives in any weather
Soil Type : Well‑drained soil; pH 6.5 – 6.8 preferred
Growing Information
Germination Temperature : 65 – 90°F (18 – 32°C)
Germination Time : 5 – 10 days
Sowing Method : Sow directly outdoors after the last frost. Plant seeds 1 inch deep, 2 inches apart, in rows 20–36 inches apart. Keep soil moist until sprouts emerge. Super easy – just plant and watch them grow.
Spacing in Garden : 2 inches apart; rows 20 – 36 inches apart
Succession Planting : Sow every 2–3 weeks through midsummer for continuous harvest all season long.
Support : No staking or trellising required – compact bush habit.
Hardiness Zones : Annual in all zones.
Harvest : Pick regularly to encourage new pod set – the more you pick, the more they produce. Harvest when pods are slender and before seeds bulge for peak tenderness.
Other Information
Pest Resistance : Exceptionally resistant – Mexican bean beetles and leafhoppers are rarely seen with minimal care.
Disease Resistance : Outstanding tolerance – High resistance to Bean Mosaic Virus, Intermediate resistance to Bacterial Brown Spot, Common Rust, and Curly Top Beet Mosaic Virus. Virtually immune to major bean diseases – worry-free growing season after season.
Special Notes : Arguably the best-tasting bush bean we've ever offered – incredibly tender, sweet, and delicious. High yields even under heat or cold stress – reliable production in challenging conditions. Proven customer favorite for over 30 years – a classic that never disappoints. USDA Certified Organic – pure, clean, and natural. Bush habit means no trellising needed – perfect for small gardens, raised beds, and large plantings alike. Succession planting keeps your kitchen stocked with fresh beans all summer long. The ultimate bean for fresh eating, freezing, and canning.
