Missouri Wonder, Pole Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Missouri Wonder Bean is a favorite pole bean of the south grown by farmers in the fields. They usually grew this bean alongside corn. Their flavor is far better than bush beans as they are sweeter and starchier. Plant these pole beans in early summer when the danger of frost is over since pole beans are very sensitive to cold. An excellent choice for home gardens and can survive in harsh conditions.
Botanical Name: Phaseolus Vulgaris
Common Name: Missouri Wonder, Pole Bean
Size at Maturity: 5½″
Days to Maturity: 70-80 Days
Light Requirement: Full Sun / Partial Shade
Planting Time: Plant after the last frost since they are very sensitive to cold
Sowing Method: Direct Sow
Planting Depth: 1-1½″
Plant Spacing: 10″
Ships: Year-round
Average Seeds Per Ounce: Approx. 80