Fabacées • Phaseolus vulgaris var. nana

Maxibel Dwarf Bean - Organic

"A dwarf bean with valuable vigor, a partner in quick and bountiful harvests."

$4.49

Number of seeds 40 seeds

Originating in European family gardens, the Maxibel dwarf bean is a reliable variety, prized for its earliness, productivity, and ease of care. Its compact size allows for easy integration into small spaces or closely spaced beds, while also facilitating harvesting.

In the garden, Maxibel impresses with its bushy habit, dense foliage, and flowering stems that attract pollinators. It quickly produces long, slender, upright, stringless pods of about 16 cm, a glossy dark green. This vigorous variety is disease-resistant and offers a prolonged harvest when picked regularly. It fits easily into an ecological and nourishing garden approach, where each plant contributes to abundance while promoting soil life through nitrogen fixation.

Growing climate: Temperate to cool climate
Sowing difficulty level: Easy
Care required: Occasional

Note: Sensitive to excessive moisture at the roots.

Maxibel is a French-style bean, prized for its tender, delicate, and flavorful flesh. It can be enjoyed fresh, simply sautéed, in a warm salad, or steamed, but it also lends itself to freezing or canning to extend the summer season.

Its pods are also excellent for pickling, offering crispness and delicate flavor in every bite. This variety also allows for a harvest of dry beans if the pods are left to fully mature, adding a versatile option to the gardener's pantry.