Bean Cherokee Trail of Tears

Cherokee Trail of Tears Pole Bean

Plant a piece of history with Bean Cherokee Trail of Tears, a significant pole bean heirloom with a powerful story. This prolific variety was carried by the Cherokee people from their homeland in Tennessee during the tragic forced march to Oklahoma in 1839, known as the “Trail of Tears.”

Maturing in approximately 65 days, these vigorous vines produce beans that are valued for their versatility as both tender snap beans and flavorful dry beans. The mature beans are easily recognizable by their distinctive shiny black skin, a testament to their enduring legacy.

For successful growth, provide sturdy support such as a trellis or poles for these climbing vines. Direct sow seeds after the last frost when the soil has warmed. Plant seeds about 1 inch deep and 4-6 inches apart at the base of your support. Pole beans prefer full sun and well-drained soil.

Water regularly, especially during flowering and pod development. Harvest the tender green pods for snap beans or allow them to mature fully on the vine for use as dry beans. By growing this heirloom, you honor a resilient history and enjoy a versatile and productive bean.

• Pole Bean Heirloom
• Matures in 65 Days
• Carried by the Cherokee People on the “Trail of Tears” (1839)
• Prolific Growth on Vigorous Vines
• Good as a Snap Bean (Tender Green Pods)
• Also Excellent as a Dry Bean
• Distinctive Shiny Black Skin
• Requires Trellis or Poles for Support
• Prefers Full Sun and Well-Drained Soil

Order your Bean Cherokee Trail of Tears seeds today and cultivate a meaningful connection to history while enjoying a versatile and productive heirloom bean.