Bean - Pole - Seychelles
55-65 Days to maturity. Phaseolus vulgaris. Seychelles Bean Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, high-yielding, heat-tolerant, 2017 AAS-winner, stringless, pole, snap bean. Suitable for growing in containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to BCMV. Seychelles Pole Beans are primarily grown for their 5-6 inch, tender, snap-style, dark green pods, which are delicious when eaten fresh. ~150 seeds/oz.
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Growing Seychelles Beans in the Vegetable Garden
To plant Seychelles Pole Beans, start by choosing a sunny location in your garden. These beans prefer well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. Before planting, enrich the soil with organic matter, such as compost or well-rotted manure, to provide nutrients and improve drainage. Sow the seeds directly into the garden after the last frost date when the soil has warmed to at least 60 F. Plant the seeds about 1 inch deep, with a spacing of 4-6 inches between each seed. If planting in rows, leave 18-24 inches between rows to allow for adequate air circulation and access for maintenance. Since these are pole beans, they provide support using trellises, poles, or other vertical structures to support their climbing growth habit.
Once planted, Seychelles Pole Beans require regular maintenance to ensure healthy growth and high yields. Water the plants consistently, providing about 1 inch of water per week. Avoid overhead watering to prevent disease, and water at the base of the plant instead. Fertilize the beans with a balanced fertilizer like compost tea, applying it once at planting and again mid-season. Mulching around the base of the plants can help retain moisture, suppress weeds, and maintain a more stable soil temperature.
Harvesting Seychelles Beans
Seychelles Pole Beans are a snap variety, which means they are harvested and consumed as whole pods while they are still tender and young. Begin harvesting when the pods are about 5-6 inches long, and the beans inside are still small, typically around 60–65 days after planting. The pods should be firm, crisp, and bright green. Harvest regularly to encourage continuous production and to prevent pods from becoming overripe and tough. Use sharp scissors or pruning shears to cut the pods from the vine, being careful not to damage the plant or remaining flowers. This variety is not grown for dry beans, so picking them promptly ensures the best flavor and texture.
About Seychelles Bean Garden Seeds
The primary use for Seychelle pole beans is as a fresh vegetable. Their crisp texture and mild, sweet flavor make them perfect for fresh eating, steaming, sautéing, and adding to salads or stir-fries.
Beans are low in calories and high in fiber, vitamins (especially vitamin C and vitamin K), and minerals like manganese. They are a great source of antioxidants, which help protect the body against oxidative stress and inflammation.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"In cooler zones (3-5), it's important to wait until all danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed before planting. In warmer zones (8-10), gardeners can often plant earlier in the spring and may even have the opportunity for a second planting in late summer for a fall harvest."
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Seychelles Bean Seeds Per Package:
- 15 g - Wholesale - Approximately 75 Seeds
- 4 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 600 Seeds
- 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 2,400 Seeds
- 5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 12,000 Seeds
- 25 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 60,000 Seeds
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Phaseolus vulgaris |
| Bean Sub-Type: | Not Applicable. |
| Seychelles Bean Color: | Green |
| Seychelles Bean Flavor: | Crisp, tender, and mildly sweet with a classic bean flavor. |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Annual Crop: Not Intended to Overwinter |
| Days to Maturity: | 55-65 |
| Days to Germination: | 5-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 1 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 4-6 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 18-24 inches |
| Plant Height: | 84-108 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Vining |
| 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 |
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| 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: | Pole - Pole beans are vining-type plants that put out runners that grow very long or tall. Pole beans are so-called because they require a trellis, support, or wait for it… a pole. Pole beans require more effort than bush beans, but may also be grown in containers with the right support. |
| Plant Width: | 12-24 inches |
| Growth Speed: | Early - Ready for harvest around 45-65 days. |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Germination Temperature: | 70-90 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | 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: | Steamed, sauteed, stir-fry, salad, side dish, etc. |
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