Phaseolus vulgaris
Green beans for sale at a market in Siquirres Costa Rica. (Photo by Frank Mangan)
Introduction
Green beans are a minor vegetable in Costa Rica. They are sometimes steamed as a side dish or used as ingredients in traditional dishses such as picadillo.
Production
For information on production and management of green beans, refer to the New England Vegetable Management Guide and click on "been".
Seed Sources
Both bush and vining types are grown in Costa Rica. Popular varieties among bush types are “Extender”, “Tendergreen”, “Contender”, and “Guaria”. Among vining types, popular varieties are “Blue Lake” and “Kentucky Wonder”.
