Bean — Cherokee Wax (Bush) seeds
Cherokee Wax Beans are a dwarf bush bean variety that produces pale yellow, stringless bean pods. This bean variety does not require a trellis, but we do recommend a stake to support the beanstalk as it grows. Cherokee Wax Beans prefer well-draining soil and they will need a sunny spot in your garden to reach their full potential. Ensure you harvest your beans regularly throughout the growing season because this will encourage your plant to grow more! Cherokee Wax Beans are best eaten when young, as they are sweet and tender.
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Phaseolus vulgaris | 10 seeds per packet
Sow seeds directly into your garden bed or pot approximately 2 to 3cm deep, leaving 7 to 12cm between plants. Leave 40 to 60cm space between rows. Germination occurs within 6 to 10 days, at an ideal temperature of 16 to 30°C. Cherokee Wax Beans are frost tender — sow in the spring or winter after the last frost*. If you miss the spring sowing window don't worry! This bean variety can withstand early summer in most regions of Australia. Cherokee Wax Beans are a fast-growing variety, only taking approximately 55 days to reach full maturity.
*Sowing times may vary depending on your climate. See our planting guide for Cherokee Wax Beans below.
Cool Climates: October to January
Temperate Climates: September to February
Arid Climates: September to February
Subtropical Climates: August to April
Tropical Climates: February to October