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Blue Lake FM-1 Pole Bean
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Quick Facts
Days to Maturity66 days
SunlightFull Sun
Spacing2 - 3 Inches
Germination7–10 days
Growing Information
Growing Blue Lake FM-1 Pole Bean
‘Blue Lake FM-1’ is a vigorous pole bean prized for its long, dark green pods, classic fresh-bean flavor, and excellent versatility. Originally bred in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, this white-seeded variety has long been valued for both fresh eating and canning. The productive vines yield smooth, tender pods with a desirable stringless texture when harvested young.
Sow ‘Blue Lake FM-1’ directly in the garden about 1 inch deep after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Space plants 2 to 3 inches apart and grow in full sun. Vines can reach about 7 feet tall and require a trellis, fence, or other sturdy support.
Ready to harvest in about 66 days, begin picking the 6- to 7-inch pods while they are still young, crisp, and tender. Harvest regularly to encourage continued production and keep pods from becoming overly mature.
Tender, flavorful, and versatile, ‘Blue Lake FM-1’ is excellent for fresh eating, cooking, canning, freezing, and dry bean use.
- Days to Maturity: 66
- Sow Method: Direct Sow
- Sow Depth: 1 Inch
- Spacing: 2 - 3 Inches
- Sun: Full Sun
- Height: 7 Feet
- Fruit Size: 6 - 7 Inches
- White-seeded
- Pole
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How to start
Direct Sow
Sowing depth
1 Inch
Plant height
7 Feet
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: 2 - 3 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 FM-1 Pole Bean$4.50 · Packet - 2 oz. Seeds
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