Bean Seeds - Bush - Landreth Stringless
50-60 Days to maturity. Phaseolus vulgaris. Landreth Stringless Bush Bean Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, heavy yielding, drought tolerant, bush, snap, green beans. Suitable for growing in containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Bean Common Mosaic Virus (race 15). The Landreth Stringless Bush Bean, also known as the 'Sunray' or 'Idelight', is loved for its delicious flavor and hardiness. Originating in the United States, generations of gardeners have cherished the Landreth Stringless Bush Bean for its quality and ease of growing. It’s truly a piece of American gardening heritage. This variety is a bush-type bean, which means it grows compactly without the need for staking, making it easier to manage than pole beans. ~128 seeds/oz.
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Growing Landreth Stringless Bush Beans in the Vegetable Garden
Direct sowing is recommended as beans have sensitive root systems that do not tolerate transplanting well. Sow the seeds directly in your garden once the last frost has passed and the soil temperature reaches at least 60 F (16 C). For optimal growth, plant Landreth Stringless Bush Bean seeds about 1 inch deep in well-warmed soil, ensuring the soil covers the seeds sufficiently to maintain moisture without hindering sprout development. Space the seeds 2-4 inches apart within rows, maintaining 18-24 inches between rows.
Maintain consistent soil moisture throughout the growth period, particularly during flowering and bean formation, but avoid overhead watering to reduce disease risk. Use organic mulch to help keep the soil moist and control weeds around your Landreth Stringless Bush Beans. Plant these beans alongside carrots, cauliflower, or cucumbers to enhance garden biodiversity and growth, but steer clear of planting near onions or garlic. Beans naturally enrich the soil with nitrogen, minimizing the need for additional fertilization. However, a mild dose of balanced fertilizer can promote healthier growth in poor soil conditions.
Harvesting Landreth Stringless Beans
Harvest your Landreth Stringless Bush Beans when the pods are firm and plump, but ensure you pick them before they get overly swollen or lumpy. The beans inside should be smooth and tender, indicating they are ready to be harvested. To harvest, gently pull or snap the pods from the plant, taking care to avoid causing any damage to the plant structure.
Frequent harvesting can stimulate your plants to produce even more beans. Landreth Stringless Bush Beans are categorized as snap beans, meaning they should be picked while the pods are still immature and the beans inside haven't fully formed. This type makes them perfect for fresh consumption, culinary use, or preservation.
About Landreth Stringless Bean Garden Seeds
Known also as Sunray, the Landreth Stringless Bush Bean has been a popular choice since its introduction in 1885 by the D. Landreth Seed Company. As its name suggests, a notable feature of this variety is its lack of strings.
Stringless beans are ideal for those who prefer to cook and eat beans without the inconvenience of removing the tough string common in many other bean varieties.
With their capacity to mature early, Landreth Stringless Bush Beans are excellent for seasoned gardeners seeking a dependable yield as well as beginners eager for quick success in their gardening projects.
Landreth Stringless Bush Beans consistently receive high praise for their performance. The plants produce robust seedlings that are both highly productive and capable of enduring less-than-ideal weather conditions.
Grown in a variety of locations from Toronto to Georgia and California, these versatile beans perform well across many regions. While growers in hotter southern states often experience a shorter production season due to the climate, they still report satisfactory harvests.
Stories From Our Gardeners
"In my research on green beans, Landreth Stringless or Sunray (they are the same variety under different names) seem to be one of the most versatile and desirable Bush Beans for the home gardener. Everywhere I turned, I found a positive review praising everything from its germination rate to its ability to remain stringless and even can well! I can’t wait to try them!"
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Landreth Stringless Bush Bean Seeds Per Package:
- 18 g Packet - Wholesale - Approximately 81 Seeds
- 4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 512 Seeds
- 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 2,048 Seeds
- 5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 10,240 Seeds
- 25 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 51,200 Seeds
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Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Phaseolus vulgaris |
| Bean Sub-Type: | No sub-type |
| Landreth Stringless Bean Color: | Green |
| Landreth Stringless Bean Flavor: | Tender and sweet |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Annual Crop: Not Intended to Overwinter |
| Days to Maturity: | 50-60 |
| Days to Germination: | 5-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 1 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 4-6 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 18-24 inches |
| Plant Height: | 18-24 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Upright |
| Soil Preference: | Beans prefer well-draining, nutrient-rich, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8. As light feeders and nitrogen-fixing legumes, beans do not require nitrogen-heavy fertilizers. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer (70-85 F). |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | Yes, direct sow when soil temperatures are reliably above 60 F. Planting with an inoculant may increase yields, but is certainly not required for a successful grow. |
| Start Indoors: | Not Recommended. Beans grow best without any root disturbance. We recommend direct sowing instead of transplanting. |
| Bean Pollination: | Beans are self-pollinating as they contain both the male and female parts within their flowers, unlike other fruit and vegetable plants. While they are self-pollinating, having a variety of pollinators and flowers around will improve yields by ensuring the greatest chances for pollinating events to occur. |
| Snap or Shell Bean: | Snap - Snap beans have a fleshy edible pod. Snap beans are also commonly referred to as string beans or green beans (though not all snap beans are green). They are called snap beans because they make a snapping sound when you break them in half. |
| Pole or Bush Bean: | Bush - Bush beans grow on low-growing, compact, upright, bushy plants that typically do not need a trellis, pole, or other support. Bush beans are usually favorable to container growing. |
| Plant Width: | 18-24 inches |
| Growth Speed: | Early - Ready for harvest around 45-65 days. |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Germination Temperature: | 70-90 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Resistant to Bean Common Mosaic Virus (race 15). Beans are susceptible to beetles, aphids, spider mites, and cutworms. Look for signs of chewing, curling leaves, eggs on the undersides of leaves, and leaf discoloration. Keeping your bean plants clean from dust build-up and surrounded by a variety of plants to help deter and prevent pest damage. Beans are also susceptible to powdery mildew, bean blight, rust, and root rot. Maintain a regular watering schedule that avoids overly saturated soil. The roots need adequate time to air out between watering. This will also help prevent common fungal and bacterial diseases from developing. Good air circulation and applying water to the ground rather than the leaves will help maintain healthy bean plant growth. |
| Garden Size: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container |
| Bean Use: | Fresh eating, canning, freezing, sauteing, and more. |
| Climate Tolerance: | Drought Tolerant |