{"product_id":"bean-pole-fortex-green-5-non-gmo-heirloom-seed-sizes-available","title":"Bean Pole Fortex (Green) 5 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seed Sizes Available","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 112, 22);\"\u003eBean Pole Fortex (Green)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the pinnacle of French pole bean breeding, delivering exceptional length, tenderness, and flavor in a single, proven heirloom variety. Vigorous vines climb readily on trellises and stakes, producing abundant pods stretching up to 10 inches — substantially longer than conventional pole beans while maintaining the stringless, tender quality that eliminates tedious preparation. The slender pod morphology and refined texture distinguish Fortex from coarser commercial varieties, making it the preferred choice for discerning cooks and gardeners pursuing culinary excellence. Harvest in about 60 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(6, 63, 3);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 91%. Test Date: 12\/25. JSS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(5, 72, 5);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 70%.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Bean Pole Fortex?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom Seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passed down through generations for at least 75 years for reliable harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNon-GMO Seeds:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants whose DNA structure has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal special care, simple conditions, and little risk of failure to germinate and thrive. These seeds are forgiving of small mistakes and can produce results with just basic gardening tools and common sense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be grown in large containers with a sturdy trellis or support, making them ideal for patios and small-space gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 1 inch deep directly in the garden after the last frost date when soil temperatures reach at least 60°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant seeds 4-6 inches apart in rows 24-36 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun — at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water consistently, about 1 inch per week. Avoid overhead watering to reduce disease risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a trellis, fence, or sturdy pole at least 6-8 feet tall. Fortex vines are vigorous climbers and will reward proper support with maximum yield.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beans fix their own nitrogen — avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers. A balanced starter fertilizer at planting is sufficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick pods at 7-10 inches for peak tenderness. Frequent harvesting is key — the more you pick, the more the plant produces through fall frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Seed Integrity Pledge\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safeseedpledge.org\/\" style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions. Usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh\/Raw:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snap off ends and enjoy raw in salads or as a crisp snack — Fortex's tenderness makes it exceptional eaten fresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteaming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam 3-5 minutes to preserve the vibrant green color and delicate French filet flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSautéing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sauté in butter or olive oil with shallots and garlic for an elegant, restaurant-quality side dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlanching \u0026amp; Freezing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blanch 2-3 minutes, cool in ice water, and freeze for up to 12 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCanning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for pressure canning — preserves flavor and nutrition for long-term pantry storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(246, 21, 21);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Fortex Pole Bean Seeds Today\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(246, 21, 21);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today and grow your own fresh pole beans in your spring and fall gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePer 1 cup (100g) serving of fresh green beans:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalories:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbohydrates:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.7g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.2mg (14% DV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin K:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.4mcg (12% DV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33mcg (8% DV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed variety, appearance, and packet design may vary slightly from images shown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store seeds in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. 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