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Calima Snap Bean

Scientific Name: Phaseolus vulgaris 'Calima'

Also Known As

  • Bean - Snap 'Calima'

Plant type

annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 15"-18"
  • W: 15"-18"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Calima Snap Bean plant details

Calima Snap Bean is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Calima Snap Bean

Plant type: annual / biennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 IN - 18 IN - wide, 15 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Calima Snap Bean

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A great tasting nutty or classic “beany” flavor wins this new variety high grades from home gardeners. A vigorous grower, it is disease resistant, with an early and high yield of French type 7-8” long pods. Sow every 3 weeks until mid summer for a steady supply of easy to pick, top fruiting beans. Best for fresh use and freezing.

Gardening facts about Calima Snap Bean plant

How to Grow Calima Snap Bean

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Fruit

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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