Bush Bean Provider
How to Grow Bush Bean ‘Provider’
Early, dependable, and high-yielding green bean variety — great for beginners and perfect for garden beds or containers.
Sowing & Germination
- Direct Sowing Only: Beans do not transplant well — sow directly after the last frost
- Soil temperature: Wait until soil is at least 60°F for best germination
- Planting depth: Sow seeds 1 inch deep and 3–4 inches apart
- Row spacing: Space rows 18–24 inches apart for airflow and ease of harvest
- Germination time: 6–10 days
Light & Growing
- Requires full sun (6–8 hours daily)
- Compact bush habit — no trellis needed
- Grows best in warm, fertile soil
- Apply mulch to retain moisture and reduce weeds
Watering & Soil
- Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy
- Avoid overhead watering to reduce risk of disease
- Beans grow best in well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Do not over-fertilize — too much nitrogen reduces pod production
Harvesting Bush Beans
- Ready to harvest in 50–55 days from sowing
- Pick beans when they are 4–6 inches long, before seeds bulge
- Harvest regularly to encourage continuous production
- Use scissors or pinch off gently to avoid damaging the plant
Growing Tips
- Sow every 2–3 weeks for a longer harvest window
- Rotate bean crops yearly to avoid soil-borne diseases
- ‘Provider’ beans are tolerant to cooler soil and early planting
- Great for preserving — excellent flavor when canned or frozen
Why Grow Bush Bean ‘Provider’?
- Reliable and early-producing heirloom variety
- Excellent disease resistance and cool soil tolerance
- Tender, stringless pods with rich flavor
- Easy to grow, compact, and space-efficient
Bush Bean ‘Provider’ is one of the most trusted heirloom beans — early, easy, and abundantly productive, it's the perfect choice for fresh eating, freezing, or canning.
