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Blue Lake Pole FM1K Bean Seed
Blue Lake Pole FM1K Bean Seed

Blue Lake Pole FM1K Bean Seed

Price: $1.69

Quick Facts:

  • Packet Contains: 100 seeds
  • Days to Harvest: 63
  • Seed Type: Open-pollinated
Plant Features

Blue Lake Pole FM1K beans are a classic, high-yielding pole variety known for their crisp, tender-crisp 6-inch pods. These white-seeded beans are great for fresh eating and processing, with a smooth texture and mild flavor. Growing up to 6-9 feet, they require staking and offer an extended harvest, making them a favorite among gardeners and fresh markets.

Key Features

  • Tender-Crisp Pods: Excellent for fresh eating.
  • Extended Harvest: Produces over a long period.
  • High Yields: Heavy production on tall vines.

Pole Bean Growing Guide


Outdoor Sowing (Directly in the Garden)

  • Timing: Sow pole bean seeds outdoors once the soil has warmed to at least 60°F, typically in late spring after the last frost date.
  • Location: Choose a sunny spot that receives at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. Pole beans prefer well-draining, moderately fertile soil.
  • Soil Preparation: Loosen the soil to a depth of 8-10 inches, incorporating compost or a balanced fertilizer to improve nutrient levels and drainage.
  • Planting Seeds:
    • Sow seeds 1 inch deep, spacing them about 6 inches apart along the base of a trellis, pole, or support structure.
    • Space rows 24-36 inches apart to allow room for climbing and ease of harvesting.
  • Thinning: Not necessary, as seeds are spaced for mature plants.
  • Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which typically takes 7-10 days. Once established, water deeply and evenly, especially during flowering and pod formation.

General Care Tips for Pole Beans

  • Sunlight: Provide full sun with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
  • Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged, especially during flowering and pod formation. Mulch around plants to retain soil moisture and reduce weeds.
  • Fertilizing: Pole beans are light feeders. Enrich soil with compost at planting; avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, as they can reduce bean production.
  • Weeding: Keep the area weed-free to reduce competition for nutrients and moisture. Mulching helps control weed growth and maintain soil moisture.
  • Supporting Pole Beans: Provide a sturdy trellis, pole, or other vertical support for pole beans to climb, improving air circulation and making harvesting easier.
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