Blue Lake 274 Bush Bean Seeds
Non-GMO Organic Heirloom
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Blue Lake 274 is a popular, high-yielding, and reliable snap bean variety that’s prized for its classic rich flavor, tender stringless pods, and resistance to disease. This 15-20” tall bush variety produces abundant 6” long dark green pods that are excellent for fresh-eating, freezing, or canning.
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- A prolific producer that yields large harvests all at once, ideal for canning/freezing.
- Compact (15–20 inches), sturdy bush plants that do not require staking or trellising..
- Well-adapted to many regions, this variety is known to be easy to grow and thrives in hot weather. ☀️
- Excellent in containers, raised beds, or traditional gardens, and adapts to various soil conditions.
- Known for staying tender, even if left to grow slightly larger than a pencil's width
- Highly robust plants that offer resistance to Bean Common Mosaic Virus (BCMV) and tolerance to NY15.
- Fast-growing, typically ready to harvest within 55–60 days of planting.
Quick Facts (Grow Guide)
| Water | Keep soil evenly moist. 1-2” per week. |
| Sun | Full sun (6–8+ hrs) |
| Sowing method | Direct sow after frost when soil ≥60°F |
| Sowing depth | ½″ - 1” |
| Spacing | Bush habit: 2-4″ (thin to 3-6”). between plants; rows 24-36” |
| Germination | 4-10 days at ~70–85°F / 21–29°C (up to 16 days in cooler soil) |
| Soil | mulch to hold moisture; Light, well-drained soil rich in organic matter |
| Harvest | 50-60 days from sowing. Harvest at 6–8″ ; frequent picking keeps plants productive. |
Ways to Use
- Fresh/Raw: Enjoy them straight from the garden as a crisp, healthy snack.
- Canning and Freezing: Widely considered one of the best varieties for preserving because the pods retain their firm texture and color after processing. sting.
- Excellent for steaming, sautéing with garlic, or adding to stir-fries due to their sweetness and lack of tough fibers.
What You’ll Receive
- Select your pack size in the listing variations
- Fresh 2026, Non-GMO seeds
- Simple sowing instructions
Tip: Since bush beans often produce their heavy crop all at once (determinate growth), sow a new batch every 2 to 3 weeks through mid-summer for a continuous harvest.
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