Dwarf Bean 'Capitano' Seeds (Phaseolus vulgaris)

Enjoy abundant harvests of tender, golden-yellow beans with Dwarf Bean 'Capitano'. This reliable, compact variety produces straight, stringless pods with a delicate, buttery flavor. Ideal for steaming, stir-fries, or eating fresh from the garden, ‘Capitano’ is a favorite among home growers for its productivity, disease resistance, and excellent taste. Its dwarf habit makes it perfect for smaller gardens or containers.

How to Grow

• Sow directly outdoors from May to July after the risk of frost.

• Choose a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained soil.

• Sow 3–5 cm deep in rows 45 cm apart, spacing seeds 10 cm apart.

• Water well and keep soil moist during flowering and pod development.

• Harvest regularly to prolong cropping.

Key Features

• Compact dwarf variety, no staking required

• High yields of golden-yellow stringless beans

• Sweet, buttery flavor and tender texture

• Disease-resistant and reliable cropper

• Perfect for containers and smaller gardens

Ideal For

• Home gardeners with limited space

• Kitchen gardens and allotments

• Fresh cooking, steaming, and freezing

• Consistent and tasty summer harvests

Sowing

• Best time: May to July

• Depth: 3–5 cm

• Spacing: 10 cm between seeds, 45 cm between rows

• Position: Full sun, sheltered spot

• Harvest: July to September

Quick Tip

• For the best flavor, pick beans while young and tender before seeds swell inside the pod.