Kahnawake Mohawk Pole Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Vigorous climbing bean that can reach 12 feet. Soft green pods, sweet and slightly flattened bean. Very productive. Usually grown for its dry, beige grain streaked with chocolate veins, but can be eaten fresh as well. Climbs so high that our stakes could not resist and fell at the end of the season, under the weight of the plants. Originally cultivated by the Iroquois First Nations of Kahnawake (Quebec). One of the finest beans in our collection.
Plant type: Annual |
Quantity: Envelope of about 30 seeds |
Exposure: Full sun |
Shape: Climbing |
Soil: All types of soils |
Watering: If needed |
Sowing: Directly in the garden |
Plantation: In the garden after the risk of frost |
Days to maturity: 100 days |
Germination: 5 to 15 days |
Plant spacing: 20 cm |
Row spacing: 30 cm to 35 cm |
Depth: 2 cm |
Width: 20 cm to 30 cm |
Height: 2 m |
Color: Green |
Family: Fabaceae |