The Rattlesnake Pole Bean is drought tolerant. Good harvest of fast-growing, productive, distinctive, dark-green, round 7"-8" pods mottled with purple, and marked like a rattlesnake. Stringless when young, excellent flavor green or dry, these are also excellent for freezing.

Called "Preacher Bean" in parts of the south. Superb base for Southwestern chili, excellent refried, purees and a good baking bean.

70 days to snap stage. (Snap, Shelly and Dry Bean)

Approx 50 seeds per pack

Planting Instructions

Outdoor Sowing Recommended.

Beans need well-drained soil and at least 6 - 8 hours of full sun. When all danger of frost is past, and the ground is thoroughly warm, plant beans 1.5" deep, every 3 - 4", firming soil over seeds. Water weekly in dry weather.

Planting every 3 weeks until midsummer assures a continuous supply of beans.