vegetable variety in zone 5b
Blue Lake Pole pole bean in zone 5b
Blue Lake Pole · Phaseolus vulgaris
- Zone
- 5b -15°F to -10°F
- Growing season
- 165 days
- Days to harvest
- 60 to 80
The verdict
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About Blue Lake Pole
Sweet, crisp, classic Pacific Northwest flavor; long straight green pods. Fresh, canning, freezing. Productive, holds quality on the vine, popular with home canners.
Critical timing for zone 5b
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Common challenges in zone 5b
- ▸ Plum curculio
- ▸ Codling moth
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
Modified care for zone 5b
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Blue Lake Pole in adjacent zones
Other pole bean varieties for zone 5b
- Kentucky Wonder
Rich, classic snap-bean flavor; long round green pods. Fresh, canning, freezing. Heritage open-pollinated, pro…
- Romano
Tender, meaty, fully developed bean flavor; flat Italian-style pods. Sauteing, fresh, slow cooking. The Italia…
- Scarlet Runner
Hearty, slightly mealy, complex flavor; fresh-eating snap bean and dry shell-bean. Bright red flowers attract …
Frequently asked questions
- Will Blue Lake Pole pole bean grow in zone 5b?
Yes. Blue Lake Pole is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 8a, which includes zone 5b.
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