Get one of the earliest harvests of the season with the Contender Bush Bean. This incredibly popular and reliable heirloom is a favorite for its ability to produce a huge crop of delicious beans exceptionally fast. The 6-8 inch pods are medium-green, slightly curved, and completely stringless, with a wonderful, classic bean flavor. Its vigorous, compact bush habit makes it an easy-to-grow choice for any sunny garden, providing a bountiful harvest perfect for fresh eating, freezing, or canning.

What you\’ll love

• An exceptionally early variety for one of the first bean harvests of the season.
• A very heavy and reliable producer on compact, easy-to-manage bush plants.
• Classic, stringless green beans with a fantastic, rich flavor.
• An excellent all-purpose bean that is great for canning and freezing.

Seed details

• Plant Name: Contender Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 30 seeds
• Type: Bush Bean, Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Annual
• Height: 12-20 inches
• Days to Maturity: 45-55 days
• USDA Zone: 3-9
• Origin: American Grown

Growing instructions

• Sowing: Direct sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed to at least 60F.
• Depth: Plant seeds 1 to 2 inches deep.
• Spacing: Space seeds 2-4 inches apart in rows that are 24-36 inches apart.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun.
• Soil: Prefers rich, well-draining soil.
• Harvest: Pick beans frequently to encourage continuous production.

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