Jade
Snap Bean in the US
Jade is a high-yielding, dark green bean with long, straight pods that stay tender even when they get a bit bigger. It's a reliable variety for a good crop, especially if you're sowing straight into the garden.
Sow window for Snap Bean generally, zone 6.
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How to grow it
Wait until all danger of last frost has passed in your area before sowing snap bean seeds directly into the ground. They don't like cold soil, so make sure it's warmed up a bit. Plant seeds about 1 inch deep and 3 to 4 inches apart in rows, with rows about 2 to 3 feet apart. If you want, you can get yourself some nitrogen-fixing bacteria inoculant for the seeds; it helps them grow strong. Remember, don't over-fertilize the soil, especially with nitrogen, as these plants make their own. You can sow in succession every couple of weeks for a longer harvest.
Snap beans are pretty self-sufficient once they get going. Bush varieties won't need much support, but the pole types will definitely need something sturdy to climb, like a trellis or stakes, to keep them happy. Make sure they have enough space to grow, about 6 inches apart for bush types and 8 inches for pole beans once they're properly established. They do well in containers too, especially the bush varieties, just make sure the pot is big enough for good root growth.
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