QING BIAN Romano Type Pole Bean seeds; Flat Beans with 10-12" meaty pods; Chinese Heirloom; 青扁七號芸架豆

Qing Bian (Phaseolus Vulgaris) is an early maturing Romano type pole bean seeds. Pods are flat and long growing 10-12” long, 1” wide with nice bright green color. Phaseolus vulgaris 'Qing Bain'. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Warm-season annual. Open-pollinated. Beans are string-less and stay tender for a long period without fibrosis. The plants are vigorous, tolerant to cold and diseases.

Also Known As: Flat Beans, Italian Roma Beans, Helda, Runner, Broad Beans, Pole Beans
Germination rate 98%; tested 08/2026,

Qing Bian is a container-friendly, early maturing Romano bean type with a bountiful harvest. The pods are flat, long, and grow 10-12" long and 1" wide with a nice bright green color. Suitable for many locations, the vigorous plants have stringless and tender beans. These heirloom seeds can be dated back to the 1800s and have been perpetuated today because of their flavorful pods.

Toss the robust beans into Italian pasta dishes, stir-fries, or soups. They are incredibly delicious fresh, steamed, sauteed, or fried. Qing Bain pole beans freeze excellently for later consumption.

FRESH SEEDS: All seeds are taken from 2026 crop.
Plant Name: Bean, Qing Bian Romano (Pole)
Latin Name: Phaseolus vulgarus
Days to Germinate: 6-10 days
Days to Harvest: Approx. 50-55 days
Growth Habit: Pole
USDA Zones: 3-12
Lifespan: Annual
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
GMO: No
Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
Planting season: Spring/early summer

These beautiful, delicious green beans are great in any dish. Pictures are taken from the actual plant/Seeds you will receive.

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Planting Instructions:

Soil Preparation:
Remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Till the soil 8-10 inches deep and rake several times to break up large clods. It is best to do this when the soil is dry enough to not stick to garden tools. Loosening the soil will help the plant establish strong roots.

Planting:

In the Spring, plant beans after all danger of frost has passed. In the Fall, plant beans 10 to 12 weeks before the first expected frost. For large plots, use ¼ to ½ pound of seed for each 100 feet of row of green beans. Plant pole beans in hills about 3 feet apart in the row. Space the rows about 3-4 feet apart. Place a 6-8-foot stake in the center of each hill. Plant 3-4 seeds around the stake about 1 inch deep in the soil. Planting in moist soil is best for seeds to germinate and emerge quickly.

Planting Depth: 1 inch
Within-Row Spacing: 3 feet, stakes
Between-Row Spacing: 3-4 feet

Care During the Season:
Watering: Water the plants about once a week in dry weather. Try not to let the soil dry out while the beans are blooming or the blooms will drop and yields will be decreased.

Weeding: The roots of beans grow near the soil surface. When hoeing and pulling weeds, try not to dig too deep to prevent the plant's roots from damage.

Fertilizing: As the plants begin to flower and set beans, you may optionally apply fertilizer to help plants produce more beans. Apply by scattering between the rows about 1/2 cup of fertilizer for every 10 feet of row. Water the plants after fertilizing.

Insecticides: Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and sulfur are organic options. Sulfur also has fungicidal properties and helps in controlling many diseases. Before using a pesticide, read the label and always follow cautions, warnings and directions.

Diseases: Diseases may be a possibility during cool, wet weather. If spots appear on leaves or bean pods, treat the plant with an approved fungicide. Neem oil, sulfur, and other fungicides may be used.

Harvesting:
Pick beans when they are 10-12 inches long and beans start to bulge in pods. If beans are picked, the plants will continue producing for several weeks. Beans are over-mature if they are tough, dry, fading in color, or stringy. Fresh beans can be frozen or stored in a refrigerator for a week.

Nutrition Facts:

Flat Bean
Amount per 1 cup 1/2" pieces (100 g)
Calories 31
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.1 g 0%
Saturated fat 0 g 0%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.1 g
Monounsaturated fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 6 mg 0%
Potassium 209 mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 7 g 2%
Dietary fiber 3.4 g 13%
Protein 1.8 g 3%
Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 27%
Calcium 3% Iron 5%
Vitamin D 0% Vitamin B-6 5%
Cobalamin 0% Magnesium 6%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.