A classic climbing green bean with round, fleshy, stringless pods of excellent flavour. Reliable and heavy-cropping over a long picking season on a trellis.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 2.5 m tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Bean 'Blue Lake'
Phaseolus vulgaris 'Blue Lake' is a fast-growing edible plant in the Fabaceae family. It reaches around 2.5 m tall at maturity.
Where to grow Bean 'Blue Lake'
Bean 'Blue Lake' suits warm-temperate, subtropical and cool-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Bean 'Blue Lake' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Bean 'Blue Lake' does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Bean 'Blue Lake' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Bean 'Blue Lake' in the garden
Bean 'Blue Lake' earns its place for edible harvests.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate as Bean 'Blue Lake'. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Bean 'Blue Lake'
Plant Sale lists Bean 'Blue Lake' as seed and seedlings. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Bean 'Blue Lake' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.
