Phaseolus vulgaris
Easy-to-grow white-seeded variety of climbing French beans
Renowned for its delicious taste and round, stringless pods
Sow indoors: April - May
Sow outdoors / Plant out: May - July
Harvest: July - October
Pack of 100 Seeds

Climbing French Bean Blue Lake is a highly sought-after white-seeded variety that is renowned for its delectable taste and abundant yields of round, stringless pods. These beans can also be dried and used as haricots. Perfect for climbing, this variety is easy to grow and a great addition to any vegetable garden.

Sowing instructions:
Sow indoors for surest results April-May, 2.5cm (1") deep into individual pots of compost. Water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 15-20?C (60-68?F) is ideal. Keep moist. Seedlings usually appear in 7-14 days.

Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out 25cm (10") apart, during May-June when frosts are over. Allow 45cm (18") between rows.

Or sow outdoors May-July for ease, where they are to crop, 5cm (2") deep, directly into finely-prepared, well-cultivated, fertile soil, which has already been watered. Delay sowing if soil is cold or waterlogged. Sow two seeds together, 30cm (1') between each position. Allow 45cm (18") between rows.

Thin to leave stronger plant. Water well until plants are established.