BEAN ‘Dragon’s Tongue’ Bush Bean Seeds
Botanical Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
- Dutch heirloom with excellent flavour and striking appearance.
- Flat, stringless pale-yellow pods streaked with purple, up to 17.5 cm long.
- Crisp and juicy texture, perfect fresh or dried.
- Compact bush habit, high-yielding and easy to grow.
- Delicious in salads, stir-fries, and soups.
Plant Details
- Plant Type: Annual bush bean
- Plant Height: Compact, bushy habit
Sowing Information
- Germination: 6–10 days
- Depth: Sow 2–4 cm deep
- Position: Full sun, directly in garden bed
- Sow Where: Direct sow only (not suitable for transplanting)
- Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil with pH 6.2–7
- Spacing: 10–15 cm between plants in double rows 60 cm apart
Growing Tips
- Do not overwater after sowing—water once and wait for seedlings to emerge.
- Hill soil around base to protect from wind and provide stability.
- Mulch to conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds.
- Harvest early in the morning for best flavour and tenderness.
Harvest
Ready in 55–65 days. Pick pods daily while young and flat for best eating quality.
When to Sow Dragon’s Tongue Beans in Your Climate
| Climate Zone | Best Planting Time | Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Temperate | Spring to early summer | Sow after frost once soil is consistently warm. |
| Subtropical | Spring to early summer | Avoid planting in waterlogged or cold soils. |
| Tropical | Year-round (avoid December–January) | Best in dry or cooler months; avoid peak wet season. |
| Cool | Late spring to early summer | Start after frost danger has passed and soil warms. |
| Arid | Spring (August–October) | Sow after rain or irrigate to establish. |