Bean Pole - Blue Lake

$1.89

The Bean Pole Snap Blue Lake, 'Phaseolus vulgaris', is an old favorite. Blue Lake Pole beans have a beany, sweet flavor and they are fiberless and meaty. Some say pole beans have better flavor than bush beans. If this is so, Blue Lake would support that suggestion. The outstanding flavor combined with high yields make growing these vigorous 5 to 6 foot vines worth the time. They are excellent canned, frozen, or eaten fresh. Plant after the last average frost date. Pole beans prefer rich, organic, and well drained soil. Snap beans are ready to pick when the pod "snaps" or breaks in half cleanly. This is when the seeds have just begun to form. ... more

Larkspur - American Flag The Larkspur American Flag, 'Consolida ambigua', has vivid blends of red, white, and blue. The Larkspur will add beauty and a patriotic flair to your garden. In most areas, this Larkspur Blend will bloom around Flag Day. The red, white and blue 1/4 to 1/2 inch flowers are densely packed on tall stems. The American Flag Larkspur blooms in mid spring to early summer. The Larkspur prefer a cool location in full sun. They like moist, rich, well drained soil that is slightly alkaline. Plant in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked. Larkspur are excellent for cut or dried flowers and as backdrop plant in front of a fence or wall.