Kentucky Wonder Bean (Pole)

Kentucky Wonder is a classic 1800s heirloom pole bean famous for its vigorous climbing growth and tender, stringless pods up to 9 inches long. Early-maturing and highly productive, it is a time-tested favorite for fresh, canned, or frozen beans.

At a glance

• Type: Heirloom pole (climbing) snap bean
• Pod length: Up to 9 inches
• Texture: Tender and stringless
• Vine height: 6 to 8 feet
• Maturity: Early and very productive
• Support: Needs a trellis or poles
• Non-GMO: Open-pollinated heirloom

Best for

• Fresh eating
• Canning
• Freezing
• Vertical gardening
• High-yield summer harvests

How to grow

Direct sow after the last frost in full sun at the base of a sturdy trellis or poles. The vigorous vines climb 6 to 8 feet, so provide strong support early. Pick pods young and often to keep the plants producing all season.

Flavor profile

Full and classic green-bean flavor with a tender, stringless snap.

About MIgardener

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