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Blue Lake 274 Bush Bean
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Packet - 2 oz. Seeds
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Quick Facts
Days to Maturity55 days
SunlightFull Sun
Spacing4 - 6 Inches
Germination7–10 days
Growing Information
Growing Blue Lake 274 Bush Bean
‘Black Turtle’ is a compact bush bean prized for its heavy yields of small, glossy black beans with a rich flavor and dense, meaty texture. The dwarf plants produce semi-runners and plentiful pods, each typically containing 7 to 8 beans. Its compact growth habit makes ‘Black Turtle’ a practical choice for garden rows and smaller spaces.
Sow ‘Black Turtle’ directly in the garden about 1 inch deep after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Space plants about 2 inches apart and grow in full sun. Plants typically reach 18 to 24 inches tall and grow in a bush habit.
Ready to harvest in about 85 days, pick pods young for tender snap beans or allow them to mature fully and dry on the plant before shelling for dry beans.
Hearty, flavorful, and versatile, ‘Black Turtle’ is especially well suited for soups, stews, rice dishes, and Latin American and Caribbean-style recipes.
- Days to Maturity: 55
- Sow Method: Direct Sow
- Sow Depth: 1 Inch
- Spacing: 4 - 6 Inches
- Sun: Full Sun
- Height: 15 - 18 Inches
- Fruit Size: 6 - 7 Inches
- Bush
Catalog Page: 26
How to start
Direct Sow
Sowing depth
1 Inch
Plant height
15 - 18 Inches
Botanical name
Phaseolus vulgaris
Questions
FAQ
How should I start these seeds?
Recommended sow method: Direct Sow.
How deep should I sow the seeds?
Sow at a depth of 1 Inch.
How long until they germinate?
Typical germination: 7–10 days.
How far apart should I space them?
Recommended spacing: 4 - 6 Inches.
How much sun do they need?
Recommended sun exposure: Full Sun.
What’s your germination guarantee?
We stand behind the germination quality of our seed. If you have a germination issue, contact our team and we'll help make it right.
Blue Lake 274 Bush Bean$4.50 · Packet - 2 oz. Seeds
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J
I have grown green beans for several years now, most times they are thick and long. These green beans are on the thin side. They get long enough but do not get thick in size. They taste great.
J
These green beans were great and tasty 😋
