Organic Tendergreen Bush Bean Seeds - Phaseolus vulgaris
Organic, Open-Pollinated, Non-GMO Tendergreen Bush Bean Seeds
Organic Tendergreen Bush Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a beloved heirloom variety introduced in the early 1940s and cherished ever since for its dependable yields and outstanding flavor. This open-pollinated, non-GMO classic remains a favorite among home gardeners for its vigorous, upright growth and low-maintenance nature—no staking required!
Expect heavy yields of stringless, meaty 6" pods that stay tender and flavorful, even in hot summer temperatures. The plants produce generously over an extended season, offering a steady harvest of crisp, juicy beans perfect for the kitchen or preserving.
Tendergreen is an all-purpose variety with light-colored seeds and a mild, rich flavor. Enjoy it fresh, steamed, sautéed, in casseroles, soups, or stir-fries. It’s also amazing pickled or frozen, and doubles beautifully as a shelling bean, revealing striking purple seeds with beige accents when dried on the plant.
This reliable heirloom bush bean thrives in most garden soils, producing abundantly without fuss. A true classic that’s been delighting gardeners and cooks alike for generations.
Seed Profile
- Organic
- Heirloom
- Open-Pollinated
- Non-GMO
- Annual
- Sun: Full
- Indoors: No
- Direct Sow: 2-3 weeks after last frost
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Seed Count: 50
- Days to Maturity: 50-75
- Plant Size: 12"-24"
Gardener Tips
Do not plant in cold, wet soil. Inoculate seeds with rhizobacteria if needed before planting. Mulch at base of plants. Plant every 2-3 weeks for successive harvest. After harvest, turn into soil as green manure.
Harvesting Tips
Begin harvesting about 50–55 days after planting—roughly when pods reach 5–6 inches long and are firm but still smooth. Pick when pods are plump and crisp, before the seeds inside become too pronounced. Overmature beans can turn tough and stringy. Pods should be a rich green without yellowing — that’s the peak of tenderness and sweetness.
Snap pods off avoiding damaging the plant. Use both hands, pulling with one hand can break stems or uproot plants.
Check plants every 1–2 days during peak production — frequent picking encourages new blossoms and prolongs harvest.
