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Cobra

Climbing French bean that needs support and produces over a longer period. Stringless pods at all stages; high yields over a long season.

Key facts

Growth habit: climbing
Produce type: green_pod
Support: required
Sun: full sun
Height: 150-180 cm
Spacing: 15 cm between plants, 45 cm between rows
Days to harvest: 60–65 days
Avg. yield: 400-600 g per plant
Watering: medium
Frost sensitivity: medium

For all bean issues and threats, see the Bean page.

Related guides

Harvesting beans at the right moment
Beans picked too late become tough and stringy. Regular picking is also the main driver of continued production - a plant left to set seed stops flowering.