Bean Bush Blue Lake 274 Seed
Best bush bean for home gardeners seeking reliable, high-yield harvests.
Discover the classic taste of Bush Blue Lake 274 green beans, a reliable bush variety perfect for home gardens. Developed from the renowned vining Blue Lake, this strain offers an extended harvest season and brings back the desirable meatiness, color, and flavor of traditional beans. The seeds yield long, smooth pods that are excellent for freezing and culinary use. This variety ensures strong plant growth and high germination rates, making it a dependable choice for a bountiful harvest. Available in raw/untreated or treated options.
$4.32
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Price vs Category Average
-59%
Below average
Days to Maturation
58
/ Days
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking reliable, high-volume harvests for canning and freezing
- Home cooks prioritizing classic flavor and crisp, tender texture
- Busy growers wanting low-maintenance plants without complex staking requirements
Who should skip it
- Gardeners preferring a steady, season-long supply of fresh beans
- Farmers in regions prone to specific bean rust or viruses
- Urban gardeners with limited horizontal space for sprawling plants
Performance breakdown
Germination Reliability
High success rates ensure consistent growth for both novice and expert gardeners.
Harvest Window
Extended production cycles provide a steady supply of beans throughout the season.
Culinary Versatility
Meaty texture and classic flavor profile excel in both fresh and frozen applications.
Growth Vigor
Strong, sturdy plants handle garden conditions with impressive resilience and minimal fuss.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward planting requirements make this an ideal choice for home vegetable patches.
Pod Quality
Produces long, smooth, and uniform pods that maintain their integrity after harvest.
Key Specs
Days to Maturation
58 Days
Planting Season
Spring
Seed Form
Loose Seeds
Variety Type
Open-Pollinated
Plant Type
Vegetable
Life Cycle
Annual
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Days to Germination
8 days
Features
- Longer harvest season
- Restores classic meatiness and flavor
- Long, smooth, delicious pods
- Strong plant growth
- High germination rate
- Excellent for freezing
- Open-pollinated variety
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Harris Seeds 'Bean Bush Blue Lake 274 Seed' for its exceptional reliability and superior yield. Gardeners report outstanding germination rates, establishing a strong start to the season. The primary appeal is the prolific harvest from sturdy bush plants, which minimizes support needs. Flavor is consistently highlighted as sweet, tender, and possessing the classic Blue Lake taste, perfect for all preservation methods. Reviewers value the stringless quality when picked promptly. This dependable performance across various conditions translates into excellent value, making this seed a highly recommended choice for growers seeking robust, traditional bean results.
Know before you buy
You can expect to harvest your first crop approximately 58 days after planting.
Yes, Blue Lake 274 is highly regarded for its texture and flavor, making it an excellent choice for freezing and long-term storage.
These seeds perform best when planted in full sun once the soil temperature has reached between 65-70°F. Ensure you plant them at a depth of 1.25 to 1.5 inches for optimal germination.
Treated seeds are coated with a fungicide to protect them from soil-borne diseases during the germination process, while untreated seeds contain no such coating. Both options offer the same high germination rates and plant performance.
For best results, space your seeds 2-4 inches apart within the row, with 2-3 feet of space between each row to allow for proper airflow and easy harvesting.
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