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Bean, Fortex

Bean, Fortex
A bigger and tastier French bean.
Extraordinaire! A French bean that’s bigger and tastier—a new classic. A gourmet’s delight, this stringless French variety is everything you wish for in a bean: tender, green, mildly sweet, nutty, meaty, savory. Wildly popular in France (the French know beans), you can pick them from 6 up to 11″. Vigorous growth requires sturdy stakes.

Growth Habit: Pole
Days to Maturity: 75 days
Sun: Full Sun
Height: 8-10 feet
Spread: 18 inches
Thinning: 6 inches
Sowing Method: Direct Sow
Fruit Size: 6 inches

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