vegetable variety in zone 7a
Dragon's Tongue bush bean in zone 7a
Dragon's Tongue · Phaseolus vulgaris
- Zone
- 7a 0°F to 5°F
- Growing season
- 210 days
- Days to harvest
- 50 to 70
The verdict
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About Dragon's Tongue
Crisp, sweet, complex; cream-colored pods striped with purple, fading when cooked. Fresh, blanched, also as shell bean (cranberry-style). Productive heritage variety.
Critical timing for zone 7a
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Common challenges in zone 7a
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Brown rot
- ▸ Fire blight
- ▸ High humidity disease pressure
Modified care for zone 7a
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Dragon's Tongue in adjacent zones
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- Roma II
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- Royal Burgundy
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Frequently asked questions
- Will Dragon's Tongue bush bean grow in zone 7a?
Yes. Dragon's Tongue is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 7b, which includes zone 7a.
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Image: "Ayocote", by Itzel Flores, via iNaturalist, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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