This old-time heirloom pole bean was first introduced by W. Atlee Burpee back in 1885. Its pods are green and entirely stringless, with a rich and buttery flavour when cooked. Harvest as a snap bean at 12-15cm (5-6") or allow them to mature to 20cm (8") for the all-white, pearl-like seeds to develop for use as dry beans all winter. Lazy Housewife was the first stringless snap bean introduced in North America, making it faster and easier to prepare for cooking, hence its name. Times have changed since it was named, but we are pleased to offer this classic taste of gardens past. Provide a trellis for this enthusiastic climber.
Details
Botanical Name
Phaseolus vulgaris 'Lazy Housewife'
Common Name
Lazy Housewife Bean
Hardiness Zone
Appearance
Max Height
Max Spread
Plant Form
- Climbing
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible
- YES
Edible Component
- Pod
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
- Fresh Eating
- Cooking
- Canning
Fruit Colour
- Green
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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