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Bean Seeds (Bush) - Cherokee Wax

Great black bean that's easy to pick and excellent for cooking

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Attracts Bees
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Improves Soil
Microgreens

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Phaseolus vulgaris

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 60 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Bush
  • Compact
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 20 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Determinate
  • Snap Bean
  • Stringless

COLOR

  • Yellow

Grow Heirloom Beans - Cherokee Wax Bean Seeds

Striking black beans produce this beautifully yellow, 5-6" long round pod. Completely stringless at all stages, Cherokee Wax Beans are delicious fresh, canned or frozen.

  • • Yellow bean known to be bean disease resistance
  • • Great for cooking, storing, or canning
  • • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 4 to 6 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
1 Ounce 80
1/4 Pound 320

Planting Guide

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Bean Seeds (Bush) - Cherokee Wax

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Bean Seeds (Bush) - Cherokee Wax FAQs

Is Cherokee Wax Bean resistant to animals or disease?

Cherokee Wax Bean shows resistance to Bean Common Mosaic Virus and Northern Leaf Blight, meaning it's less susceptible to these under normal growing conditions — though resistant isn't a guarantee against them in every case.

What type of seed is Cherokee Wax Bean?

Cherokee Wax Bean is an open pollinated seed.

How big will Cherokee Wax Bean get?

Cherokee Wax Bean grows to 4 to 6 beans per pod, 5 to 6 inches long.

What is the flavor profile of Cherokee Wax Bean?

Cherokee Wax Bean has a flavor profile described as mild, sweet, slightly nutty and earthy, and tender texture.

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