Bush Bean Seeds - Cherokee Wax
Best high-yield heirloom for home gardeners seeking a continuous summer harvest.
Discover the Cherokee Wax Bush Bean, an esteemed heirloom variety introduced in 1947 and an All-America Selections Award winner. This dependable variety yields abundant, large, yellow, and stringless beans on compact, upright plants, making it a garden favorite. Each 14-gram packet contains at least 30 seeds. Bush beans mature quickly, so consider succession planting every two weeks for a continuous harvest. Plant after the last frost for optimal growth and yield.
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Price vs Category Average
-63%
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Minimum Seeds per Packet
30
Who it's for
- Urban gardeners with limited space or container setups
- Culinary enthusiasts prioritizing heirloom flavor and buttery texture
- Sustainable gardeners interested in self-sufficiency and seed saving
Who should skip it
- Harvesters who prefer high-visibility crops for easy picking
- Gardeners in regions prone to common bean diseases
- Busy growers unable to manage a sudden, heavy harvest
Performance breakdown
Yield Reliability
A proven All-America Selections winner that consistently delivers heavy harvests.
Harvest Speed
Rapid maturity allows for multiple successions throughout the growing season.
Culinary Quality
Large, stringless yellow pods offer superior texture and kitchen versatility.
Space Efficiency
Compact, upright growth habit maximizes production in smaller garden plots.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward planting requirements make this an ideal choice for beginners.
Garden Versatility
Thrives in open soil but lacks the flexibility for container gardening.
Key Specs
Minimum Seeds per Packet
30
Packet Weight
14g
Days to Harvest
58 days
Seed Depth
1"
Direct Seed Spacing
2-4"
Sun Requirement
Full Sun
Water Requirement
At least one inch per week
Botanical Name
_Phaseolus vulgaris_
Features
- Award-winning heirloom variety
- Produces heavy yields of yellow beans
- Beans are large and stringless
- Compact, upright plant habit
- Fast-maturing crop
- Reliable garden staple
- Encourages production with regular picking
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction with Cherokee Wax Bush Bean Seeds, focusing primarily on superior harvest quality and reliable performance. Reviewers consistently note exceptional germination rates, establishing a strong start for the season. The bush habit is praised for its convenience, eliminating the need for trellising. The beans themselves are highly valued for their superior buttery flavor and tender texture, making them excellent for all preservation methods. Yields are reported as abundant and dependable, producing the classic yellow wax bean desired. This variety is viewed as a highly reliable, high-performing heirloom choice that delivers excellent value and outstanding taste compared to many alternatives.
Know before you buy
Each 14-gram packet contains a minimum of 30 seeds, which is plenty to get a productive row started in your garden.
These beans are fast-maturing and typically ready for harvest in about 58 days after planting.
No, these bush beans are not recommended for container gardening. They perform best when planted directly into the ground with adequate spacing.
Because they mature quickly, you can achieve a continuous harvest by practicing succession planting, which involves sowing a new batch of seeds every two weeks.
Cherokee Wax beans require full sun and at least one inch of water per week. They should be planted one inch deep after the danger of the last frost has passed.
No, this heirloom variety is prized for being completely stringless, making them easy to prep and excellent for cooking.
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