1# CONTENDER GREEN BUSH BEAN

Green Contender Bush Bean is a reliable, early producing bush snap bean well known for its ability to set pods even in cool or hot conditions. It’s a favorite for gardeners who want dependable harvests with minimal fuss.

Quick Overview

• Type: Bush bean (no staking required)

• Pod color: Medium green

• Pod length: ~5–6 inches

• Flavor: Mild, tender, classic snap‑bean taste

• Use: Fresh eating, canning, freezing

• Days to maturity: ~45–50 days (very early)

Why gardeners like Contender

• ✅ Excellent heat and cold tolerance

• ✅ Very early producer compared to most bush beans

• ✅ Consistent yields even in stressful weather

• ✅ Strong choice for short growing seasons

Growing tips

• Planting time: Can be planted slightly earlier than most beans once frost risk passes; tolerates cooler soil

• Spacing:

  • Plants: 3–4 inches apart

  • Rows: 18–24 inches apart

• Sun: Full sun

• Water: Moderate, even moisture—avoid waterlogging

• Soil: Adaptable, but best in well‑drained soil

Harvesting

• Harvest when pods are young, smooth, and firm

• Pods remain tender even if they get slightly larger than ideal

• Produces a concentrated harvest, making it excellent for canning days

Kitchen notes

• Holds shape and texture well during canning

• Freezes reliably after blanching

• Good all‑purpose green bean for everyday cooking