![]() ![]() Generally, snap beans will be ready to harvest 55 days after planting, depending on the variety selected. Once beans begin to reach the picking stage, harvesting continues on a daily basis for days or even weeks with succession planting. Smith, ©2016 HGIC, Clemson Extension Harvest & Storage The Gold Rush bush bean is so tender that it can be eaten fresh.īarbara H. Shallow cultivation and hand-pulling are the preferred methods to prevent root damage. Weed control is essential especially in the first six weeks after planting. The critical period for moisture is during pod set and pod development. Light sprinkles will encourage shallow rooting of the plants therefore, watering less frequently but deeper will encourage a better root system. Water sufficiently to moisten the soil to a depth of 6 inches. The garden should be watered in the morning so the foliage is dry before dark. Water the garden to provide a uniform moisture supply to the crop. More frequent sidedressing may be required if the garden is sandy or if leaching rains occur. Sidedress snap beans and pole beans before the first bloom with 34-0-0 (ammonium sulfate and urea) at 1 pound per 100 feet of row or 2 pounds of 15.5-0-0 (calcium nitrate) per 100 feet of row. If a soil test has not been taken, apply 5-10-10 at 3 pounds per 100 square feet before planting. ![]() Information on soil testing is available in the fact sheet HGIC 1652, Soil Testing.įollow the results of a soil test to maintain a soil pH between 5.8 and 6.5 and optimal fertility levels. A soil test is always the best method of determining the fertilization needs of the crop. Snap beans require moderate amounts of fertilizer. Snap bean cultivars used should be resistant to bean common mosaic virus and anthracnose.
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