Dwarf Borlotti Bush Bean

Scientific Name: Phaseolus vulgaris 'Dwarf Borlotti'

Also Known As

Dwarf Borlotti Italian Bean

Plant type

annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

1-11

Dwarf Borlotti Bush Bean plant details

Dwarf Borlotti Bush Bean is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In spring and summer cream flowers emerge followed by green and red fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dwarf Borlotti Bush Bean

Plant type: annual / biennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring and summer
Uses: edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dwarf Borlotti Bush Bean

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A striking & versatile bean. Can be grown as a green bean when young & tender, or dried for haricot beans. When mature, 6" beans have red flecks on a pale green background. The seeds are also very decorative & feature red streaks and spots on a creamy yellow background - excellent for drying. To 2' tall & wide, bush beans are an easy option for gardeners who are not set up with a trellis for pole beans.