Start your season strong with this early, dependable favorite!
Provider is the bean that lives up to its name, offering a generous, early harvest of sweet, tender pods even when the soilâs still cool. With its compact habit and buttery flavor, itâs a go-to for gardeners who want reliability, flavor, and a whole lot of beans.
Variety:Â Provider Bush Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Growth Habit:Â Compact, upright bush-type
Height:Â 18â24 inches
Flavor Profile:Â Buttery, sweet, and tender
Color:Â Medium green, round pods (5â6 inches long)
Planting Conditions:Â Full sun; germinates well in cooler soil
Harvest Timeline:Â Ready in 50â55 days
Uses:Â Excellent for fresh eating, freezing, and canning
Disease Resistance:Â Resistant to mildew and mosaic virus
Fun Fact:Â Provider beans have purple seeds and nearly double the iron of spinach, talk about a nutritious powerhouse!
Provider is a dream for gardeners who want to get a jump on the season. These beans donât mind cool soil, making them one of the first crops you can sow in spring. Once they start producing, youâll be picking handfuls of crisp, sweet pods perfect for steaming, sautĂ©ing, or preserving. Whether youâre filling your freezer or your dinner plate, Provider delivers flavor and abundance with rustic charm.
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đ Choose a Sunny Spot: Beans thrive in full sun, aim for 6â8 hours daily.
đ±Â Sow the Seeds: Direct sow 1 week after the last frost. Plant 1 inch deep, 3â4 inches apart in rows 18â24 inches apart.
đ§Â Water Consistently: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and pod development. Avoid overhead watering to prevent disease.
đŸÂ Thin and Maintain: No staking needed. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
âïžÂ Harvest: Pick pods when theyâre firm and 5â6 inches long. Frequent harvesting keeps the plants producing.
