Carson is an elegant bean in appearance, a slim 5 1/2 bean with a lovely, creamy color and a pleasant beany flavor. Vigorous plants produce heavy yields at an early date. Narrow pods dress up any dish with a splash of yellow. High to intermediate resistance to Anthracnose, Bean Mosiac Virus, andBacterial Brown Spot.PVP
1 oz. (approx.110-125 seeds)
PLANTING
Phaseolus vulgaris
Germination:4-10 days
Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures are 70-85F
Seed Sowing Depth:1 deep
Outside Sowing:After the last frost with soil temperatures above 60F.Sow 2-3 apart. Planting in soil under 60Fresults in poor germination.
How much does a packet plant:25-foot single row
Harvest:Before the seeds bulge and beans snap easily. Pick continually every 2-3 days to prolong production.
Tips:Growin light, well-drained soil, and provide adequate, even moisture, especially at flowering time. Dry soil can result in low yields and fibrous pods.Do not over-fertilize CarsonBush Bean with nitrogen, which results in a surplus of foliage and low, delayed pod growth. Addinginoculantat planting time aids in a larger harvest and more robust plants.Sow a few times a season, 3-4 weeks apart for a continuous harvest.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.