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Mayflower Bean Seeds – Heirloom Bean for Planting

Mayflower Bean Seeds – Heirloom Bean for Planting

$16.89 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost, 1 inch deep in well-draining soil. Provide 6–8 foot trellis or stakes for climbing. Space seeds 6 inches apart within rows, 24–36 inches between rows. Germination occurs in 7–14 days.

How to Grow

Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Minimal fertilization is required; compost-enriched soil is sufficient. Monitor for pests such as aphids, spider mites, and bean beetles

Tips

Harvest pods when fully formed but still tender for fresh beans.

For dry beans, allow pods to dry on the vine before harvesting.

Rotate crops annually to prevent soil-borne diseases.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Heirloom

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Pole bean

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Warm

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Tender

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Mayflower Bean Seeds – Heirloom Bean for Planting
seed-type

Seed Type

Heirloom

plant-type

Plant Type

Vegetable

Mayflower Beans are a historic heirloom variety brought to America by early settlers. They produce green pods with cream-colored seeds speckled with red, ideal for fresh consumption or drying. Easy to grow and high-yielding, these pole beans require trellis support and thrive in fertile, well-draining soil under full sun.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

4–6 inches

plant-height

Plant Height

6–8 ft

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

3–11

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

6 inches

planting-depth

Planting Depth

1 inch

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Well-draining

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000124248

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Mayflower beans be grown for dry beans?

Yes. Allow the pods to remain on the plant until they dry fully, then harvest and shell the beans for storage.

What type of support works best for Mayflower beans?

A sturdy trellis, fence, or pole structure about 6–8 feet tall is suitable for supporting the climbing vines.

Can Mayflower beans be grown in containers?

Yes. Use a large container with drainage and provide strong vertical support for the pole growth.

How can I encourage more Mayflower bean pods?

Maintain consistent moisture, provide full sun, and harvest tender pods regularly to encourage continued production.

What pests commonly affect Mayflower bean plants?

Watch for aphids, spider mites, and bean beetles. Inspect foliage regularly and address pest activity early.

When should dry Mayflower beans be collected?

Harvest dry beans after the pods become dry and brittle on the vine. Pick before prolonged wet weather can affect the pods.