2026 French Beans Vegetable Seeds Packet

Shipping Winter 2025

$2.35

2025 Seed Prices

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French Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are from the classic Phaseolus vulgaris species, are a gourmet gardener’s dream. Known for their tender, slender pods and fast growth, these beans are perfect for raised beds or vertical gardens. Producing in just 50–60 days, French Beans thrive when sown directly into warm, well-draining soil after the last frost. Their delicate flavor and crisp texture make them ideal for quick sautés, fresh salads, or straight-from-the-garden snacking. Whether you grow a bush or climbing variety, regular harvesting encourages ongoing production throughout the season. These beans prefer full sun and consistent moisture, and they enrich your soil by fixing nitrogen—making them a smart companion for other veggies. Perfect for beginner gardeners and chefs alike, French Beans are a versatile and rewarding addition to any edible garden.

Product Detail

Order in multiples of: 12

  • Year Designed: 2025
Quick Seed Overview

  • Plant Type: Annual vegetable
  • Genus: Phaseolus
  • Species: Phaseolus vulgaris
  • Plant Height/Width: 1-2 feet tall for bush beans, 6-10 feet for pole beans / 1-2 feet wide
  • Season: Spring to Summer
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Difficulty: Easy

SKU: SEFRBE
Barcode: 843458165286

Why Shido Seeds Are the Best

Train climbing varieties early and harvest often to encourage continued production. Beans fix nitrogen, so avoid over-fertilizing with nitrogen-rich fertilizer or you’ll get leaves over pods.

Pro Tip

Train climbing varieties early and harvest often to encourage continued production. Beans fix nitrogen, so avoid over-fertilizing with nitrogen-rich fertilizer or you’ll get leaves over pods.

Getting to know your French Beans

French Beans are known for their ultra-thin, tender pods and crisp bite. They're often picked young, before the seeds inside fully mature, which keeps the texture smooth and the flavor subtly sweet. Unlike their bulkier cousins, they don’t need stringing, and their smooth texture means they cook evenly in a flash—ideal for stir-fries, sautés, and simple steamed sides with a bit of butter and garlic.

But don't let their delicate appearance fool you—they're strong growers. These beans thrive in full sun with well-drained soil, and once they start producing, they keep going like they’ve got something to prove. Choose between bush varieties for a more compact, patio-friendly option or climbing types if you want a vertical jungle of green abundance.

They’re also fast. From seed to harvest, some French Beans mature in as little as 50 days, making them a perfect choice for impatient gardeners or anyone trying to squeeze in a late-season crop. Bonus: they're nitrogen-fixers, which means they actually improve your soil while they grow. Chic and helpful? Très bien.

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