Rattlesnake Bean (Pole)
Rattlesnake Bean is a dramatic Southern heirloom pole bean with distinctive green pods streaked with purple markings that genuinely resemble a rattlesnake's skin — one of the most visually striking beans in any garden. The long, tender, stringless pods are sweet and crisp when harvested young as snap beans, and the dried seeds develop a rich, meaty flavor outstanding in soups and stews. Vigorous vines are heat and drought tolerant, making this an exceptional performer in challenging summer conditions.