Early Bush Italian is a great Burpee variety that is easy to grow and quick to yield. The 16-18" plants are erect, so it's easy to pick the 5 1/2" long beans. The pods remain stringless and are excellent frozen. For robust bean flavor, make this bean your first choice. Plants yield early and need no support.

• Pick when pods are firm and crisp with undeveloped or small seeds. Harvest very often to avoid tough, stringy pods and ensure plant productivity