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POLE BEAN CULTURE: In the early days, pole beans were planted at the base of rough wooden poles and the vines clung to the bark as they twined upward. Today most gardeners grow pole beans on trellises. To make a trellis, stretch two wires between two stout posts. The first wire should be about 10 inches above the ground and the second wire at about 5-6 feet. Tie bean string to one wire and begin making a ""V"" shaped trellis by zigzagging the string between the two wires and wrapping around each wire about every 8 inches. Rough string will stimulate the bean vine's twining habit. Sow seeds when the soil temperature is above 60°F, 1 inch deep, 2-3 inches apart, along the bottom of the trellis, in rows 3-4 feet apart. If planting to grow on poles, plant 6 seeds at the base of each pole. Grow and fertilize like bush beans. Optimum soil temperature range for germination: 65-85°F. Days to emergence: 8-16.
HARVEST: Due to their continuous growth habit, pole beans are always at different stages of development. Keep the plants well picked to increase overall yields. A 15-20 foot row feeds a family of 4. Plant more for canning or freezing.
SEED SPECS: Refer to the Bush Bean culture. Seed counts listed in variety description.

Sampler: 1 ounce
Packet: 2 ounces"

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