bean (climbing French) 'Cobra'

Most reliable vigorous French bean climber that quickly reaches the top producing ahead of most, a third more beans than other varieties. A long season continous heavy cropper of smooth, round, 7 inches long, sweetly flavoured stringless pods with exceptional flavour. The pale violet flowers in summer are also worthy of the ornamental garden.

Sow seeds in mid April and keep seedlings in a frost-free greenhouse or windowsill unitl the danger of frost has passed. Harden off before planting out in late May in humous rich soil. Provide support with canes for the plant to climb and train it so that it continues to twine. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and water regularly in dry warm weather. Consider planting Nasturtiums alongside as a companion plant to keep aphids away. Pick beans regularly to avoid the plant stopping production.

May be susceptible to aphids, Bean seed fly, Pea and bean weevil, Seed beatle, snails, slugs, thrips

May be susceptible to chocolote spot, Downy mildew, Foot and root rot, Halo blight, Powdery mildews

bean (climbing French) 'Cobra'

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