Marvel of Venice – Bean Seed

Description

The Marvel of Venice Bean Seed is a unique and highly attractive heirloom variety, known for its stunning, large, flat, green pods with distinctive red markings. This versatile bean is often grown both for its ornamental value and culinary uses, offering a sweet, mild flavor and a tender texture. Whether harvested young as a snap bean or allowed to mature for its dried beans, the Marvel of Venice delivers a dual-purpose crop that is perfect for gardeners seeking both beauty and utility.

Product Features

1. Striking Appearance: Marvel of Venice beans are notable for their large, broad, green pods adorned with striking red streaks and markings, making them as beautiful as they are tasty.
2. Dual-Purpose Bean: Can be harvested early as a snap bean for fresh eating or allowed to mature for dried beans, which are excellent in soups, stews, and bean salads.
3. Sweet, Mild Flavor: The beans have a mild, sweet flavor with a tender texture when harvested young, making them perfect for fresh dishes like stir-fries, side dishes, or salads.
4. High Yielding: Marvel of Venice produces a high yield of large, flat beans, ensuring a bountiful harvest for both fresh and dried use.
5. Heirloom Variety: This is a time-tested, open-pollinated heirloom variety, perfect for organic and sustainable gardening practices.
6. Disease Resistance: Known for its robust disease resistance, this variety handles common bean diseases well, ensuring healthy plants and consistent yields.

Specifications

• Plant Type: Annual, bush variety
• Pod Size: 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) long
• Pod Color: Green with red streaks and markings
• Maturity Period: 60–75 days for snap beans; 90–100 days for dried beans
• Plant Height: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
• Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.5
• Watering Needs: Regular moisture, especially during flowering and pod development

Growing Tips

1. Planting: Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date, when the soil temperature is above 60°F (16°C). Space seeds 2–3 inches apart in rows 18–24 inches apart.
2. Consistent Watering: Water regularly to keep the soil moist, particularly during flowering and pod development. Avoid waterlogging, as it can lead to root rot.
3. Fertilization: Beans are nitrogen-fixing, so they do not require heavy fertilization. However, a light application of balanced fertilizer at planting time will promote healthy growth.
4. Support for Growth: Marvel of Venice beans are bush beans and do not need trellises, but they will benefit from ample space to spread out for optimal growth.
5. Harvesting: For snap beans, harvest when the pods are tender, young, and crisp. For dried beans, allow the pods to mature fully and dry on the vine before harvesting.

The Marvel of Venice Bean Seed is a perfect choice for gardeners seeking a dual-purpose bean with an attractive appearance, excellent flavor, and reliable yields. Whether for fresh eating or drying for winter storage, this heirloom variety will add beauty and bounty to your garden.