Mayflower is an heirloom pole bean with a rich history, traditionally said to have arrived in America aboard the Mayflower in 1620. Vigorous climbing vines produce tender green pods, each holding small, oval seeds with a distinctive maroon and white mottled pattern. At a glance Variety: Mayflower pole bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) Type: Pole bean, heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO Seeds: Maroon and white mottled, oval Sun: Full sun Habit: Vigorous climber, needs support Use: Fresh snap, shelling, or drying Best for Fresh snap beans when young Shelling and dry beans at maturity Vertical growing on trellises or poles Heritage and seed-saving gardens Long-season productivity How to grow Direct sow after the soil has warmed and frost has passed, planting about 1 inch deep at the base of a trellis, pole, or sturdy support. Space seeds 4 to 6 inches apart in full sun. Harvest young for snap beans or leave pods to dry on the vine for shelling. Flavor profile Full and satisfying with a classic bean taste that works equally well fresh or dried. About MIgardener MIgardener is a Michigan-based family company offering affordable, non-GMO heirloom seeds and gardening supplies, with a mission to make growing your own food simple and accessible.
