Bean 'Goose' (Phaseolus vulgaris)
This bean, would have been found in the throat of a wild goose, then cultivated thereafter. It would be a heritage variety from Acadia, but was shared with us by a Native American. Gray speckled black beans, this bean is a landrace, so its patterns may vary.
BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Phaseolus vulgaris
Common name: Canadian Wild Goose Bean
English: Goose Bean
Family: Fabaceae
| Plant type: Annual |
| Exposure: Full sun |
| Shape: Climbing |
| Soil: All types of soils |
| Sowing: Directly in the garden |
| Days to maturity: 90 to 100 days dry |
| Germination: 5 to 10 days |
| Plant spacing: 15 cm |
| Depth: 2 cm |
| Width: 20 cm |
| Height: 2,5 m |
| Color: blanc |
| Family: Fabaceae |