Product Overview
Bush Bean - Landreth Stringless Bean Seed
**Product Overview**
Introducing the Landreth Stringless Bean Seed from Todd's Seeds, a heritage variety that stands out in the world of beans. Celebrated for its absolutely stringless pods and tender texture, this bush bean variety is a joy for both the gardener and the cook. The Landreth Stringless is an excellent choice for those who appreciate easy harvesting and superior flavor in their home-grown produce.
**Planting Instructions**
- **Sowing Time:** Ideal for planting after the last frost, when the soil has warmed up.
- **Soil Requirements:** Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
- **Planting Depth:** Sow seeds about 1 inch deep.
- **Spacing:** Space seeds 2-3 inches apart in rows spaced 18-24 inches apart.
- **Germination:** Expect germination within 7-14 days at temperatures around 70°F.
**Growth and Care**
- **Watering:** Regular watering is crucial, especially during flowering and pod formation.
- **Sunlight:** Full sun is necessary for the best yield.
- **Fertilizing:** Minimal fertilization is needed if planted in rich soil.
- **Harvesting:** Harvest when the pods are young and tender, typically when they are about 4-5 inches long.
**Health Benefits**
The Landreth Stringless Bean is a nutritional powerhouse:
- **High in Fiber:** Great for digestive health and cholesterol management.
- **Vitamins and Minerals:** Abundant in vitamins A, C, and K, and minerals like iron and potassium.
- **Antioxidants:** Contains antioxidants that help combat inflammation.
- **Low in Calories:** An ideal component of a healthy diet.
**Simple Recipe: Garlic Parmesan Landreth Stringless Beans**
Turn your garden harvest into a delightful side dish with this easy recipe.
**Ingredients:**
- 1 pound Landreth Stringless beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
**Instructions:**
1. Boil the beans in salted water for 3-5 minutes until tender yet crisp. Drain.
2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
3. Add the cooked beans to the skillet, tossing to coat with garlic butter.
4. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
5. Serve warm as a flavorful accompaniment to any meal.
With the Landreth Stringless Bean Seed from Todd's Seeds, you're set for a season of delicious, healthful, and hassle-free bean harvesting.
1 Packet: 15 g
1 Gram ~ 2-10 seeds
1 Pound ~ 1800 seeds