40 seeds. 65 days. Phaseolus vulgaris. Pole. Snap bean.
 
Bean 'Blauhilde' has dark purple, stringless pods that have a hint of smokey flavor. The contrast between the 8-inch bean pods and the green leaves is striking. The purple pods loose their color in cooking. This German heirloom is resistant to the mosaic virus. 
 
Length 9 feet.
 
Sowing Pole Bean Seeds:
 
Sow beans outdoors 2 weeks after the last frost date under a trellis. Sow 1 inch deep and 3 inches apart. Full sun.