French String Beans 30 grams of seeds

Grow your own gourmet-quality French String Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), also known as Haricots Verts. These slender, crisp, and tender beans are a favorite among chefs and home gardeners for their refined flavor and delicate texture. Perfect for steaming, sautéing, or fresh snacking straight from the garden.

Usage:

• Fresh eating, steaming, or stir-frying

• Freezing or pickling

• Home gardens and raised beds

Sowing Time:

• Direct sow outdoors after last frost when soil temperature reaches 16–21°C (60–70°F)

• Successive sowings every 2 weeks for a longer harvest

Germination Time:

• 7–10 days

Sowing Depth:

• 2–3 cm (1 inch)

Soil Requirements:

• Well-drained, fertile soil

• Enrich with compost prior to planting

• pH 6.0–6.8

Sunlight Requirements:

• Full sun (6–8 hours daily)

Watering:

• Moderate watering; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged

Plant Spacing:

• 8–10 cm (3–4 inches) apart in rows 45–60 cm (18–24 inches) apart

Days to Maturity:

• 50–60 days

Hardiness Zone:

• USDA Zones 3–10 (as a warm-season annual)

Other Benefits:

• High-yielding and easy to grow

• Excellent flavor and texture

• No stringiness when harvested young

• Nitrogen-fixing legume that improves soil health

Latin Name: Phaseolus vulgaris