Early Bountiful, Heirloom Bush Bean Seeds

Early Bountiful, Heirloom Bush Bean Seeds — The 1898 Northern Heirloom With Heavy Crops of Stringless Pods

Introduced in 1898 for northern climates, Early Bountiful has been consistently producing heavy crops of high-quality, brittle, stringless pods for over 125 years. Plants grow 16–18 inches tall and produce straight, flat, broad, stringless pods measuring 6–7 inches long — high-yielding and an excellent choice for home gardens, perfect for freezing or canning. Resistant to rust, mildew, and beetles. A proven, reliable heirloom that earns its place in any northern garden.

Why Grow Early Bountiful?

• 1898 northern heirloom — 125+ years of proven performance
• Heavy crops of stringless pods — 6–7 inches, straight, flat, and broad
• Resistant to rust, mildew, and beetles — reliable disease and pest resistance
• High-yielding — excellent for home gardens
• Perfect for freezing and canning
• Open-pollinated heirloom — save seed year after year

Growing Notes

Direct sow outdoors after last frost when soil has warmed to at least 60°F. Sow seeds 1 inch deep, 2–3 inches apart, in rows 18–24 inches apart. Full sun. Water consistently. Harvest at 6–7 inches for best quality. Pick frequently for continuous production.

Packet size: ~25+, 50+, or 100+ seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Bush Bean
Pod length: 6–7 inches
Plant height: 16–18 inches
Sun: Full sun
USDA Zones: 3–12