Blue Lake 274 Bush Bean
Growing Blue Lake 274 Bush Bean
‘Blue Lake 274’ Bush Bean is a dependable, productive variety prized for its classic bean flavor, crisp texture, and long harvest season. Upright bush plants produce generous yields of meaty green pods that stay tender and free of strings and tough fibers when picked at the proper stage.
Sow ‘Blue Lake 274’ directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Because the plants grow in a compact bush habit, they do not require the support that pole beans need and fit easily into traditional garden rows or raised beds.
Harvest pods frequently while they are young, firm, and crisp. Regular picking encourages the plants to continue producing and helps extend the harvest over a longer period.
‘Blue Lake 274’ beans are well suited for fresh eating, cooking, freezing, and preserving, making them a versatile choice for both home gardens and larger harvests.
- 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
Direct Sow
1 Inch
15 - 18 Inches
Phaseolus vulgaris