Type
pole snap
Green Bean variety
Kentucky Wonder Green Bean
A classic pole bean that climbs vigorously and produces long, flavorful green pods. It keeps bearing over a long season with regular picking.
Days to maturity
65
Best for
continuous harvests, trellised gardens
About Kentucky Wonder
Kentucky Wonder is an old open-pollinated pole bean with long, meaty green pods and excellent fresh bean flavor. Vines are vigorous and productive, and young pods are tender and nearly stringless when picked on time.
Growing Kentucky Wonder Green Bean
Provide a tall trellis or teepee before planting because the vines climb strongly and keep producing if regularly harvested. Pick pods before the seeds swell and strings develop, and keep harvesting through summer to prevent the vines from slowing down.
Full growing guide
For planting dates, care, and harvest that apply to all green beans, see the complete guide.
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Variety characteristics are general guidance for US home gardens; performance varies by climate, soil, and season. Seed and plant availability differs by supplier. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.