Bring long, tender green beans from your trellis to your dinner table with Fortex Pole Bean. This non-GMO heirloom variety produces extra-long, round green pods that can grow beyond 11 inches. Pick them around 7 inches for extra-slender filet beans, or let them lengthen while maintaining their firm texture and stringless quality. Their excellent flavor makes a simple plate of steamed or sautéed beans something to look forward to. Each packet contains 100 seeds. Fortex is a climbing pole bean and requires trellising.

Germination Rate: 93%. Test Date: 10/26. JSS.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 70%

Why Choose Fortex Pole Bean?

• Extra-Long Pods: Round green pods can grow beyond 11 inches, making Fortex a distinctive addition to the cutting board and garden.
• Slender Filet Harvest: Pick at approximately 7 inches for extra-slender beans suited to delicate side dishes.
• Stringless Texture: Pods are completely stringless and remain flavorful even as the seeds inside enlarge. Harvest regularly for your preferred tenderness.
• Excellent Flavor: Enjoy green beans with a firm texture that works beautifully with simple seasonings.
• Productive Climbing Habit: Grow vertically on a sturdy trellis or bean support and keep the harvest within reach.
• Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds: Plant a favorite variety for homegrown meals and an enjoyable garden-to-table harvest.

Planting Tips for Success

• When to Plant: Direct sow after frost danger has passed and soil has warmed to at least 60°F. For fall planting, allow enough warm growing time before your first expected frost.
• Sun and Soil: Choose full sun and well-drained soil. Avoid cold, saturated ground that can cause seeds to rot.
• Sowing: Plant approximately 1 inch deep and 4–6 inches apart along your support, following packet directions for local conditions.
• Install Support First: Set up a sturdy trellis, pole system or bean netting before sowing. Guide young vines toward the support without forcing or tightly tying stems.
• Water Consistently: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and pod development. Water at soil level when possible and adjust to rainfall and heat.
• Fertilize Thoughtfully: Base feeding on soil conditions and fertilizer directions. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can favor leafy growth over pod production.
• Harvest Frequently: Begin picking around 7 inches for slender filet beans or allow pods to lengthen. Check often and harvest before pods become tough or overly mature.
• Protect Your Plants: Pick gently without pulling vines from their supports. Avoid handling wet foliage when possible.

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Cooking Methods

• Steaming: Steam trimmed pods until tender to your preference, then dress with olive oil and herbs.
• Sautéing: Cut long pods crosswise into manageable pieces and sauté after a brief simmer for a quick side dish.
• Roasting: Toss prepared beans with oil and roast until tender with lightly browned edges.
• Warm Salads: Cook beans, drain and toss with a lemon vinaigrette while still warm.
• Freezing: Blanch prepared beans using a tested green-bean preservation method, chill promptly and freeze for later meals.

Order Fortex Pole Bean Seeds Today

Plant your 100-seed packet and grow extra-long, stringless Fortex beans for fresh garden-to-table meals.

Nutritional Information

Applies to harvested green bean pods, not planting seeds. Per approximately 100 grams raw green beans. Values are approximate and vary with growing conditions and preparation.

• Calories: 31.
• Total Fat: 0.1 gram.
• Sodium: 6 milligrams.
• Total Carbohydrates: 7 grams.
• Dietary Fiber: 2.7 grams.
• Total Sugars: 1.4 grams.
• Protein: 1.8 grams.
• Vitamin C: 12.2 milligrams, approximately 14% Daily Value.
• Vitamin K: 14.4 micrograms, approximately 12% Daily Value.
• Folate: 33 micrograms, approximately 8% Daily Value.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Pod length, texture, yield and timing vary with weather, soil, harvest stage and care. Disease-resistance claims from other bean varieties do not apply to this listing.
• Seed Storage: Store unused seeds sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.
• Planting Zones: Time sowing according to local frost dates and warm-season growing conditions. Consult your local planting calendar for spring and fall opportunities.

Lemon-Garlic Fortex Green Beans

Let Fortex's tender pods shine in a simple side dish with garlic, olive oil and lemon. Use harvested edible pods, never the planting seeds in this packet. Serves 4. Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: approximately 10–15 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh Fortex green bean pods, washed, ends trimmed and cut crosswise into approximately 2-inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• Lemon wedges for serving

Directions

1. Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add prepared beans and cook for approximately 6–10 minutes, until tender to your preference. Larger or more mature pods may need longer. Drain well.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and stir for approximately 30 seconds, until fragrant but not browned.
3. Add drained beans and toss for 2–3 minutes, until hot and coated with the garlic oil.
4. Remove from heat. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Toss gently and sprinkle with parsley.
5. Serve warm with lemon wedges.

Options: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat or use chopped basil in place of parsley.

Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours and use within 3–4 days. Reheat to 165°F.

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