Kentucky Blue is a professional standard bean which freely produces 20cm long, round, stringless beans which have a fantastic flavour. If allowed to get over mature they will have a slight string. It has an outstanding yield.
When to sow: mid-October to December
Where to sow: Direct on 180cm trellis, a four pole tepee or a single pole
Depth to sow: 2.5cm Aspect: Full sun or as sunny a spot as possible.
Soil: Prepared, well drained, fertilised soil. Add lime if soil is too acid.
Spacing: Between plants 8cm
Directions: Grow climbing beans on a 180cm or more tall trellis, a four-pole tepee or on a single pole. Plant the seed 2.5cm deep and 8cm apart after the danger of frost is over. Pick the beans every couple of days or so to prolong the harvest.