Turkey Craw Pole Bean Seeds (Phaseolus vulgaris) | Heirloom

Heirloom Climbing Beans for Fresh and Dry Harvests

Turkey Craw is an heirloom pole bean valued for its rich bean flavor and versatility. Grow its climbing vines on sturdy support, pick young green pods for cooked snap beans, or leave some pods to mature for a dry-bean harvest. It is a rewarding choice for gardeners who enjoy taking one crop from summer meals to pantry storage.

Variety details

• Variety: Turkey Craw
• Botanical name: Phaseolus vulgaris
• Type: Heirloom pole bean, not a bush bean
• Growth habit: Climbing vines requiring support
• Pods: Approximately 5–6 inches long
• Harvest uses: Young snap beans or mature dry beans
• Product supplied: Seeds for planting

Planting your seeds

Direct sow outdoors after frost risk has passed and the soil and weather have warmed. Choose a sunny position with well-draining soil. Sow approximately 1 inch deep, allowing room around the support for vine growth and harvesting. Install a trellis, bean poles, or sturdy netting before the vines begin climbing.

Growing and care

Keep soil consistently moist during germination and establishment without waterlogging. Water near the soil surface and adjust for rainfall and heat. Keep weeds under control while plants are young and mulch around established plants to help retain moisture. Avoid excessive nitrogen feeding, which can encourage leafy growth rather than pod production.

Harvesting snap and dry beans

For snap beans, pick pods while young and tender, before the beans inside become prominent. Harvest gently and check the vines frequently. For dry beans, leave selected pods to mature and dry, then shell and finish drying the beans thoroughly before storing them.

From garden to kitchen

Cook harvested beans before eating. Enjoy tender snap beans steamed or simmered as a side dish, and use mature dried beans in soups and stews after proper preparation. The seeds supplied here are for planting, not ready-to-eat food.

Choose your packet size

Select from the available 30-, 100-, or 300-seed options. Check your selected quantity before ordering.