Product Overview
Bush Bean - Provider Bean Heirloom Seeds
**Product Overview**
Todd's Seeds is delighted to offer the Provider Bean Heirloom Seeds, a robust and versatile bush bean variety cherished by gardeners for its reliability and early production. Provider beans are aptly named, as they consistently deliver a plentiful harvest of flavorful, round green pods. These heirloom seeds are a must-have for any gardener seeking a dependable and delicious bean variety for their home garden.
**Planting Instructions**
- **Sowing Time:** Best planted directly outdoors after the risk of frost has passed and soil has warmed.
- **Soil Requirements:** Thrives in well-drained, moderately 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 18-24 inches apart.
- **Germination:** Germination typically occurs within 7-10 days at 70°F.
**Growth and Care**
- **Watering:** Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during flowering and pod development.
- **Sunlight:** Full sun is essential for optimal growth.
- **Fertilizing:** A light application of fertilizer at planting is usually sufficient.
- **Harvesting:** Harvest beans when they are young and tender, about 5-6 inches in length, for the best flavor and texture.
**Health Benefits**
Provider Beans are not only a garden staple but also a nutritious addition to your diet:
- **High in Fiber:** Excellent for digestive health and maintaining a healthy heart.
- **Rich in Vitamins:** Contains vitamins A, C, and K, essential for various bodily functions.
- **Minerals:** A good source of iron, magnesium, and potassium.
- **Protein:** A valuable plant-based protein source.
**Tasty Recipe: Provider Bean and Tomato Salad**
This fresh and easy salad is a perfect way to enjoy your Provider Beans.
**Ingredients:**
- 1 pound Provider beans, trimmed and blanched
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
**Instructions:**
1. In a large bowl, combine blanched Provider beans, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
2. Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar. Toss to coat.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Provider Bean Heirloom Seeds from Todd's Seeds are the perfect choice for gardeners who value both taste and reliability in their crops. Enjoy the bountiful harvest and the numerous health benefits these beans bring to your table.
1 Packet: 15 g
1 Gram ~ 2-10 seeds
1 Ounce ~ 112 seeds
1 Pound ~ 1800 seeds