BEAN CLIMBING ‘Giant of Stuttgart’ Vegetable Seeds
Botanical Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
- European heirloom bean with flat, stringless pods up to 30 cm long.
- Vigorous and long-producing variety, cropping for up to 3 months.
- Abundant yields of tender, delicious green beans – excellent for fresh eating or seed saving.
- Ideal for vertical growing with a trellis, making the most of garden space.
Plant Details
- Plant Type: Annual climbing bean
- Plant Height: Grows to 2–3 m; requires trellis or support
Sowing Information
- Germination: 7–14 days
- Germination Temperature: 18–25°C
- Depth: Sow seeds 2–4 cm deep
- Position: Full sun
- Sow Where: Directly into garden beds
- Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil, pH 6.2–7
- Spacing: 10–15 cm apart at the base of a trellis
Growing Tips
- Hill soil up around the base of plants to protect from wind damage.
- Water well after sowing, then avoid watering again until seedlings emerge.
Harvest
75 days for fresh beans; 90 days for dried beans.
When to Sow Giant of Stuttgart Beans in Your Climate
| Climate Zone | Best Planting Time | Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Temperate | Spring to early summer | Wait until after frost risk has passed. |
| Subtropical | Spring to early summer | Avoid waterlogging; use raised beds if needed. |
| Tropical | Year-round if frost-free; avoid December–January | Protect from excessive rainfall and humidity. |
| Cool | Late spring to early summer | Choose a warm, sunny location with wind protection. |
| Arid | Spring to early summer | Mulch well and irrigate deeply during dry spells. |
