Blue Lake 274 Bush Bean Seeds

  • Blue Lake 274 Bush Bean vegetable seeds producing straight, tender pods perfect for easy-to-pick garden rows and canning.
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Blue Lake 274 Bush Bean Seeds

Blue Lake 274 Bush Bean Seeds

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Packet Size: 20 grams

Blue Lake 274 Bush Bean is a beloved heirloom variety prized for its tender, fiber-free pods and dependable yields. Compact 16-inch plants produce abundant 5–6 inch dark green beans perfect for fresh eating, canning, or freezing. Known for its uniform harvest and resistance to BCMV, this classic variety thrives in garden beds or containers, maturing in just 50–65 days.

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Growing Information

Planting

  • Blue Lake 274 Bush Beans should be sown directly outdoors once soil temperatures are consistently warm and all danger of frost has passed.
  • Plant seeds 1–1.5 inches deep in loose, well-drained soil with full sun exposure.
  • Space seeds 3–4 inches apart in rows set 18–24 inches apart to allow airflow and easy picking.
  • Water consistently after planting to encourage even germination.
  • Because these beans grow on compact bush plants, no trellis or support is needed.
  • For continuous harvests, consider sowing a second round of seeds a few weeks after the first.

Maintenance

  • Keep the soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and pod formation, to ensure tender, well-shaped beans.
  • Mulching around the plants helps conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds.
  • These plants have notable disease resistance but still benefit from good airflow to limit potential issues.
  • Avoid handling plants when wet, as this can encourage the spread of pathogens.
  • Fertilize lightly if needed, favoring balanced formulas rather than high-nitrogen blends.

Harvest & Storage

  • Harvest pods when they reach 5–6 inches long and feel firm and full, but before the seeds inside begin to bulge.
  • Pick beans frequently to encourage continuous production and maintain pod tenderness.
  • Freshly harvested beans can be refrigerated for several days in a breathable container.
  • For long-term storage, Blue Lake 274 beans excel in canning and freezing due to their uniform size and fiber-free texture.
  • Always wash and trim pods just before cooking or preserving for the best flavor and quality.