Grow your own crisp, garden-fresh green beans!
Tahoe Bush Beans are the dependable workhorse of the garden, easy to grow, quick to harvest, and oh-so-satisfying to pick. With their straight, slender pods and tender crunch, these beans are a joy to grow and even better to eat fresh off the vine.
Variety: Bush Bean – Tahoe (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Growth Habit: Upright and compact, no trellis needed
Height: 18–24 inches
Flavor Profile: Mild, crisp, and tender
Color: Bright green, straight pods (5–6 inches long)
Planting Conditions: Direct sow in full sun after last frost; loves well-drained, fertile soil
Harvest Timeline: Ready in just 55–60 days
Uses: Perfect for fresh eating, freezing, or canning
Disease Resistance: Strong resistance to rust and mosaic virus
Fun Fact: Tahoe beans are prized for their uniformity and reliability, ideal for gardeners who want a no-fuss, high-reward crop.
Tahoe Bush Beans are a home gardener’s dream, crisp, clean, and bursting with flavor. Whether you’re tossing them into a summer salad, blanching for the freezer, or canning for cozy winter meals, these beans deliver. Their tender snap and vibrant color make them a standout on the plate and in the garden. Imagine stepping outside, basket in hand, and harvesting a handful of these beauties for dinner, now that’s garden-to-table magic.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Beans love full sun, aim for 6–8 hours daily.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Direct sow 1 inch deep and 3–4 inches apart in rows 18–24 inches apart after the last frost.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and pod development. Avoid overhead watering to reduce disease risk.
🌾 Thin and Maintain: No staking required. Mulch to retain moisture and keep weeds at bay.
✂️ Harvest: Pick pods when they’re firm and about 5–6 inches long. Harvest often to keep the plant producing.
