Rattlesnake, Heirloom Pole Bean Seeds

Rattlesnake, Heirloom Pole Bean Seeds — The Heat-Loving Southern Heirloom Named for the Way Its Pods Coil Around the Vine

The Rattlesnake Bean gets its name from the way its pods coil around the vine, resembling a snake — a distinctive and memorable heirloom pole bean with 6–8 inch pods characterized by distinctive purple markings. Seeds are light brown with brown markings that remain visible even after cooking. Rattlesnake beans thrive in hot climates, particularly in the American Southeast and mid-Atlantic regions, but can be successfully grown in other areas. 60–90 days.

Why Grow Rattlesnake?

• Named for the way pods coil around the vine — a distinctive and memorable heirloom
• 6–8 inch pods with distinctive purple markings — beautiful and flavorful
• Thrives in hot climates — a Southern garden staple
• Light brown seeds with brown markings — markings remain visible after cooking
• Productive pole bean — reliable in heat
• Open-pollinated heirloom — save seed year after year

Growing Notes

Direct sow outdoors after last frost when soil has warmed to at least 65°F. Provide a trellis or support for climbing vines. Sow seeds 1 inch deep, 4–6 inches apart. Water consistently. Harvest at 6–8 inches for best flavor. Pick frequently for continuous production.

Days to maturity: 60–90 days
Packet size: ~25+, 50+, or 100+ seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Pole Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Pod length: 6–8 inches
Sun: Full sun
USDA Zones: 3–12