Beans - Pencil Pod Black Wax

The quality of home grown beans can not be found in a supermarket, and they are a healthy choice for any table. An 83 g serving of beans has 3 g of dietary fiber, and is a good source of vitamins A, C and calcium. Approximately 3.5 seeds/gram
Hints:

  • Do not presoak beans to hasten germination
  • Plant 5 cm [2"] apart and 2.5 cm [1"] deep
  • Beans are susceptible to diseases. Remove plants in fall and try not to plant in the same location for 3 years.

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    Pencil Pod Black Wax - 52 days. Dwarf bush plants 35-40 cm [14-16"] upright and compact. Pods 13-15 cm [5.5-6"] long, round and straight, golden yellow, stringless and slightly brittle. Heavy yielder, excellent for freezing. Seeds black.