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'Heavyweight II' Beans |
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Bush
Green
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Bush green bean with stocky 18-inch plants bearing 8-inch pods.
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| Days To Maturity: |
53
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| Rating Summary |
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Overall: (2.5 Stars)
Taste: (3.0 Stars)
Yield: (3.0 Stars)
Ease/Reliability: (2.5 Stars) |
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| Reviews |
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Number of Reviews: 2
KEY: O=Overall Rating, T=Taste, Y=Yield, E=Ease
Reviewed on 01/04/2009 by
Joe S
- An intermediate gardener
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Henry, Virginia, United States
Frost Free Season: 143 - 163 days
Soil Texture: Clay
Garden Size: Medium - 400 square feet to 1,600 square feet
Sun Exposure: 6 to 8 hours per day
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| The worst performing variety I have ever planted. Poor germination, poor yields, misshapen pods, mediocre taste. I have always had good luck with beans till I tried this pricey variety. |
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Reviewed on 03/06/2007 by
FK
- An experienced gardener
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Monroe, New York, United States
Frost Free Season: 163 - 183 days
Soil Texture: Clay
Garden Size: Small - Less than 400 square feet (20' x 20')
Sun Exposure: More than 8 hours per day
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| Needs very little tending. Heavy yields. Plant them close. They tend to lodge. Close planting keeps them upright. |
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