Contender Beans Seeds

Contender Bean is a dependable, classic green bean variety prized for its early maturity, tender pods, and reliable yields. This open-pollinated bush bean performs well in a wide range of climates, including cooler soils, making it an excellent choice for spring and summer gardens. With crisp, stringless pods and steady production, Contender Beans are ideal for fresh eating, freezing, and canning.

Seed Packet Details

Packet Size: Standard home-garden seed packet (Approx. 100 seeds)

Packed with care and shipped from Kentucky.

Product Details

Botanical Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
Variety: Contender
Seed Type: Open-pollinated
Life Cycle: Annual

What to Expect

Contender Beans develop vigorous, upright bush plants that set long, straight, medium-green pods with delicious flavor and tender texture. Pods are stringless and easy to harvest, and plants are known for consistent yields over the season. This variety is especially appreciated for its cold tolerance compared with many other bush beans.

Growing Basics

Sun: Full sun
Plant Height: 18–24 inches
Sow Method: Direct sow
Sow Depth: 1–1½ inches
Plant Spacing: 2–4 inches within the row
Row Spacing: 18–24 inches
Days to Maturity: Approximately 55–65 days
Growing Conditions: Cool tolerant bush bean

Growing Guide: Beans

Overview

Beans are warm-season favorites that are easy to grow and quick to produce. Contender Bean is a classic bush type that thrives in a variety of growing conditions and delivers dependable harvests of tender pods.

Before Planting

Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Beans prefer soil that warms to at least 60°F for best germination. Work compost into the soil to boost fertility, but beans generally do well in average garden soil.

Planting

Direct sow beans outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Sow seeds 1–1½ inches deep with spacing of 2–4 inches within rows and rows 18–24 inches apart. Keep soil moist until seeds sprout.

Watering

Water beans regularly, especially during flowering and pod development. Avoid overhead watering if possible to reduce disease risk.

Fertilizing

Beans fix their own nitrogen, so heavy fertilization isn’t necessary. A light side-dressing of balanced fertilizer can support steady growth in nutrient-poor soils.

Days to Maturity

Contender Beans are typically ready to harvest in about 55–65 days, depending on soil and seasonal conditions.

Harvesting

Harvest pods when they are firm, crisp, and about the desired length. Regular picking encourages continued pod production.

Growing Tips

Plant beans in blocks rather than single rows to improve pollination and yield. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.