Golden pods and garden perfection, just right every time!
Bean Bush Goldilocks brings sunshine to your garden with its vibrant yellow pods and sweet, tender flavor. This compact, high-yielding variety is easy to grow and even easier to love, making it a cheerful addition to any raised bed or backyard row.
Variety: Bush Bean – Goldilocks (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Growth Habit: Compact, upright bush-type
Height: 16–20 inches
Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, and tender
Color: Bright yellow pods, 5–6 inches long
Planting Conditions: Full sun and well-drained, fertile soil
Harvest Timeline: Ready in 52 days
Uses: Fresh eating, steaming, pickling, freezing
Disease Resistance: Resistant to anthracnose, bacterial brown spot, and bean mosaic virus
Fun Fact: Goldilocks beans are not only beautiful and delicious, they’re tough too, thriving in a variety of climates and resisting common garden diseases.
Goldilocks is the golden child of bush beans, compact, productive, and downright delightful. Its sunny yellow pods are easy to spot and harvest, making it perfect for gardeners of all ages. Toss them into stir-fries, steam them for a buttery side dish, or pickle them for a crunchy treat. With its sweet flavor and crisp texture, this bean is a favorite for fresh eating and preserving alike. Plus, its upright habit means no staking and easy picking!
🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Beans need full sun, at least 6–8 hours daily.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Direct sow outdoors after the last frost. Plant seeds 1 inch deep and 3–4 inches apart in rows 18–24 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Water lightly at planting, moderately during flowering, and heavily during harvest. Avoid overhead watering to reduce disease risk.
🌾 Thin and Maintain: No staking needed. Keep the area weed-free and mulch to retain moisture.
✂️ Harvest: Pick pods when they are firm and about 5–6 inches long. Harvest regularly to encourage continued production.
