A vigorous, late-season heirloom pole bean that explodes with production once it hits its stride. Straight, round pods average 8 inches but commonly reach 10 inches, staying remarkably tender and crisp far longer than most varieties—even when left on the vine. Not stringless, but perfect for canning, freezing, and big-batch cooking. Disease resistance is excellent and the plants laugh at heat and humidity.

Comes on later than most pole beans (ideal succession after bush beans finish). Needs a very sturdy, tall trellis—vines are rampant and heavy-bearing. Best for gardeners who want one massive harvest window for preserving.
 
HISTORY: This heirloom came to me through a friend on Harsens Island, Michigan (a small island near Algonac at the north end of Lake St. Clair). They had received the seed from an elderly friend who owned a home on the island but only resided there in the summer. He tells of growing it on the island for over 35 years, sharing it with many other residents. I first trialed it in 2015 and was blown away by its vigor and productivity; it has been a staple in my garden ever since. The original grower believed it was an old Italian variety he had acquired seed for decades earlier.

Sold as a 6-pack.