This French filet type bean has superb flavour. The tender, uniform, 10cm (4”) long beans are produced in abundant yields on tidy, upright plants. The plants’ petite size make them a good choice for containers. Masai bush bean is resistant to BCMV, and tolerant to Curly Top virus, bacterial brown spot, and halo blight. The beans are produced in a concentrated set on the upper half of the plants, so they are easy to see and harvest. Try some in the balcony vegetable garden or community plot.
Latin Name |
Phaseolus Vulgaris |
Days to Sprout | 8-16 days |
Days to Maturity |
55 days |
Difficulty |
Easy |
Exposure |
Full-sun |
Germination Rate | 75% |
Usual Seed Life | 3 Years |
Seed Type | Open Pollinated |
TIPS: Companion Planting - Beans fix nitrogen in the soil. Plant with beets, Brassicas, carrots, celery, chard, corn, cucumber, eggplant, peas, potatoes, radish, and strawberries. Avoid planting near chives, garlic, leeks, and onions.