{"product_id":"short-swiss-bean-seeds-phaseolus-vulgaris","title":"Short Swiss Bean Seeds — Phaseolus vulgaris","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Compact Workhorse of the Vege Garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort Swiss Bean\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003ePhaseolus vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e) is a reliable, bushy dwarf bean that delivers generous crops of tender, flavoursome pods without needing any support. Compact and tidy in habit, it's perfect for smaller gardens, raised beds, and pots — and it just keeps producing right through the summer season. A classic kitchen garden staple that earns its place every year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Kind of Bean Is This?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf\/bush variety\u003c\/strong\u003e — compact, self-supporting plant; no staking or trellis needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💚 \u003cstrong\u003eGreen pods\u003c\/strong\u003e — classic tender green beans with excellent flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✂️ \u003cstrong\u003eStringless pods\u003c\/strong\u003e — tender and ready to eat with no prep fuss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eNo support needed\u003c\/strong\u003e — bushy, self-supporting habit makes it ideal for raised beds, pots, and small spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🫘 \u003cstrong\u003eProlific producer\u003c\/strong\u003e — generous crops of tender pods over an extended harvest season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e — tender, flavoursome pods great for steaming, stir-frying, or eating fresh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e — fast-germinating and low-maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✂️ \u003cstrong\u003ePick and it keeps producing\u003c\/strong\u003e — regular harvesting encourages continuous cropping right through summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏡 \u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for small gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e — compact habit suits raised beds, containers, and tighter spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow direct from October onwards once the soil has warmed to at least 16°C. Sow seeds 3–4 cm deep, 15–20 cm apart in rows. No staking required. Water regularly, especially once flowering begins, and keep picking to encourage continuous cropping. Avoid overhead watering to reduce the risk of fungal issues. Performs beautifully in all regions of New Zealand through the summer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e25 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Short Swiss Bean (\u003cem\u003ePhaseolus vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45368137285701,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/image_6136fe19-58dd-4aef-934b-0d921df4796d.png?v=1784255885","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/short-swiss-bean-seeds-phaseolus-vulgaris","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}