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Features
Family
Fabaceae
Native
Mexico and South America
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
Good for Containers
Growing Conditions
Frost Sensitive
About French Filet Bush Bean Seeds
Phaseolus vulgaris
Slender ¼" diameter, 4"¼ long, green pods with white seeds.
Planting Bean
Days to Maturity
58 days
Plant Spacing
1 seed every 4"
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Planting Depth
1"
Coverage & Planting Details
| Coverage | This packet sows up to 27 feet. |
|---|---|
| Row Spacing | 24" |
| Seed Depth | 1" |
| Seed Spacing | 1 seed every 4" |
| Thinning | Not required |
| Germination | 6–12 days |
| Start Indoors | Not recommended; bean seedlings are sensitive to root disturbance. |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 65°F, ideally 70°–85°F. Successive Sowings: Every 7 to 14 days up to 80 days before your average first fall frost date. NOTE: In very hot summer areas, skip sowing as high heat approaches; temperatures consistently above 90°F will prevent beans from forming. |
| Growing & Harvesting | Snap beans are ready to pick when the pod "snaps" or breaks in half cleanly. This is when the seeds have just begun to form and the pods are several inches long (depending on the variety). Hold the stem with one hand, and the pod with the other hand to avoid pulling off branches, which will continue to produce. At season's end, plants are great compost material if they are disease-free. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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45 reviews
- JohnVerified BuyerRated 4 out of 5 stars7/13/26Breat Bean - But
The " But" is that the sends have less than 50% germination rate. I always over seed to assure a good crop.
Have been gardening for over 60 years, and this bean is still one of my favorites.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests7/14/26Hey John,
We're so happy to hear that the French Filet Bush Bean Seeds are still one of your favorites after 60 years of gardening - that's an incredible testament to how awesome these beans really are! We totally appreciate you sharing the honest feedback about the germination rate, and it sounds like you've got the perfect strategy with overseeding to ensure a great crop (that's some serious gardening wisdom right there!). There's nothing better than a bean variety that keeps bringing you back season after season, and with your experience, that means these French Filets are definitely something special! Thanks for sharing your bean growing expertise with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Barbara D.Verified BuyerRated 4 out of 5 stars6/20/26most came up
Most of the seeds I planted came up but not all...maybe I planted too deep or some other reason. one plant has leaves that are curled and deformed, I am thinking I should remove it. I filled in the bare areas and am looking forward to having fresh haricot verte. I appreciate the service and shipping of Botanical interests.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests6/24/26Hey Barbara,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with our French Filet Bush Bean Seeds! We're so happy to hear that most of your seeds germinated successfully and that you're looking forward to enjoying fresh haricot verte from your garden.
You're absolutely right that planting depth can affect germination rates - bean seeds generally do best when planted about 1-1.5 inches deep in well-draining soil. As for the plant with curled and deformed leaves, that's a great observation! This can sometimes happen due to environmental stress, inconsistent watering, or occasionally just genetic variation. Removing it is definitely a smart choice to give your healthy plants more space and resources to thrive.
It sounds like you're taking all the right steps by filling in the bare spots and keeping a close eye on your garden's progress. We're thrilled that you appreciated our service and shipping, and we can't wait for you to enjoy those delicious, tender French filet beans! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Sharon B.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars6/8/26french Filer beans
I have grown these several years. They are plentiful with nice tender beans. I'm trying them in my raised bed this year.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests6/9/26Hey Sharon,
It's wonderful to hear you've been growing our French Filet Bush Bean Seeds for several years! We love loyal customers like you who keep coming back for those plentiful, tender beans. How exciting that you're trying them in your raised bed this year - we bet they'll thrive in that setup! Thanks for sharing your French Filet bean success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Frank F.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars6/5/26Plants look good
Excellent germination, too soon for beans.
Which best describes you as a gardener? ExpertBIBotanical Interests6/13/26Hey Frank,
Excellent germination is exactly what we love to hear with our French Filet Bush Bean Seeds! It sounds like your plants are off to a fantastic start. We're excited for you to taste those tender, flavorful beans once they're ready to harvest. Thanks for sharing your French Filet bean success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- NancyRated 5 out of 5 stars4/21/265 Stars
Evidently I accidently ordered the same order twice! Both came quick and packaged well. Great seeds!