Bamako Bean is a bright yellow filet bean that delivers tender, elegant harvests in just 54 days. This open-pollinated bush variety thrives across hardiness zones 2 through 10, making it accessible to gardeners in nearly every climate. Its compact growth habit means it needs minimal space, and the beautiful golden pods are ready to pick at the filet stage when they're at their most delicate. The variety's disease resistance to Anthracnose, Bean Mosaic Virus, and Halo Blight gives it real resilience in the garden.
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Moderate
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Bright yellow pods distinguish Bamako from the sea of green beans you'll see in most gardens, offering visual appeal alongside culinary performance. At 54 days to harvest, this bush bean moves quickly from seed to table, and dark-colored seeds germinate reliably even in cooler spring soil. The filet bean classification means you're harvesting slender, tender pods at their peak, before they mature into thick shell beans.
Bamako Bean shines as a filet bean, harvested young and tender for fresh cooking. The slender yellow pods are best enjoyed steamed, sautéed, or roasted while still at the filet stage. These beans are not recommended for freezing or canning, so plan to use your harvest fresh or within a few days of picking for the best texture and flavor.
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Direct sow Bamako Bean seeds outdoors when daytime soil temperatures average at least 60°F (16°C) and night temperatures are warming. Space seeds to allow adequate air circulation; one packet (175 seeds) sows approximately 29 feet of row. Plant when soil conditions are ideal for germination, aiming for soil temperatures between 70 and 90°F (21 to 32°C) for best results.
Harvest Bamako Bean pods at the filet stage when they are young, slender, and bright yellow, around 54 days from planting. Pick the tender pods regularly to encourage continued flowering and production throughout the season. Harvest in the morning when pods are crisp, and use them fresh within a few days for optimal flavor and texture.
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