Product Overview
Blue Lake 274 Heirloom Bush Bean Seeds
**Product Overview**
Todd's Seeds is excited to offer the Blue Lake 274 Heirloom Bush Bean Seeds, a classic favorite among bean enthusiasts. This heirloom variety is celebrated for its exceptional flavor, tender texture, and reliable production. The Blue Lake 274 produces straight, stringless beans that are perfect for canning, freezing, or fresh eating, making it a versatile choice for any home gardener.
**Planting Instructions**
- **Sowing Time:** Ideal for direct sowing after the last frost when the soil has warmed.
- **Soil Requirements:** Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
- **Planting Depth:** Sow seeds about 1 inch deep.
- **Spacing:** Plant seeds 3 inches apart in rows 18-24 inches apart.
- **Germination:** Usually occurs within 7-10 days at a temperature of 70°F.
**Growth and Care**
- **Watering:** Keep soil evenly moist, particularly during flowering and pod formation.
- **Sunlight:** Full sun is essential for the best growth and yield.
- **Fertilizing:** A light application of fertilizer at planting; additional feeding is typically not required.
- **Harvesting:** Harvest when pods are firm and snap easily, usually when they are about 6 inches long.
**Health Benefits**
The Blue Lake 274 Bean is not just a garden favorite but also a nutritious choice:
- **Rich in Fiber:** Aids in digestive health and supports cardiovascular health.
- **Vitamins and Minerals:** High in vitamins A, C, and K, and minerals such as iron and potassium.
- **Antioxidants:** Contains antioxidants beneficial for overall health.
- **Low in Calories:** An excellent addition to a healthy and balanced diet.
**Delicious Recipe: Blue Lake 274 Bean Stir-Fry**
Turn your harvest into a flavorful and healthy meal with this simple recipe.
**Ingredients:**
- 1 pound Blue Lake 274 beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
**Instructions:**
1. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add garlic and ginger, sautéing until aromatic.
3. Toss in the beans and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until they are crisp-tender.
4. Drizzle with soy sauce and toss to coat.
5. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
With the Blue Lake 274 Heirloom Bush Bean Seeds from Todd's Seeds, you're all set to enjoy the classic flavors and bountiful harvests that make this bean a perennial garden favorite.
1 Packet: 15 g
1 Gram ~ 2-10 seeds
1 Pound ~ 1800 seeds