Bertie Best Greasy Heirloom Bean (30 Seeds)

This is a unique variety because it has a mix of seed colors, white, brown, and black. The seed color has a large effect on flavor, even at the green bean stage, with white providing a more mellow flavor and darker seeds giving a meatier taste. Therefore, this natural mix provides a balanced flavor profile.The pods are quite small and narrow, maximizing the flavor of the plump seeds at harvest time. Like most heritage beans, they should be picked just before they begin to yellow, de-stringed, and cooked slow for 30 minutes.This variety is from seed saver Bill Best’s aunt, in Haywood County, NC. He says that the variety has had mixed seed colors for 150 years. 72 days from seed to harvest. Seeds produced in Morgantown, WV. Germination 90% 11-30-2024. 30 seeds (sows 10 ft row).