Kahnawake Mohawk Bean – Indigenous Heirloom Pole Bean 12 Seeds

Phaseolus vulgaris

Kahnawake Mohawk Bean– Indigenous Heirloom Pole Bean is a rare and culturally significant heirloom pole bean associated with the Mohawk community of Kahnawà:ke in Quebec, Canada. This beautiful and productive variety produces beige to pinkish beans with rich brown striping, valued for both its appearance and excellent culinary quality.

Traditionally grown by Indigenous communities, this bean is highly versatile - harvest young pods as snap beans, or allow them to mature into nutritious dry beans ideal for soups and storage. It is known for its vigorous growth, high yields, and adaptability, making it a strong performer in Canadian gardens.

Days to Maturity: 75 days (snap), 100 days (dry beans) 

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
• Variety: Kahnawake Mohawk
• Plant Type: Pole bean (climbing heirloom)
• Plant Height: 6–10 feet (can grow taller with support) 
• Growth Habit: Vigorous climbing vine
• Pod Colour: Green
• Bean Colour: Beige to pink with brown striping 
• Seed Shape: Oval to slightly rounded
• Flavor: Mild, slightly mealy, excellent for soups 
• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Germination Time: 7–14 days
• Days to Maturity: 75–100 days

Key Features

• Culturally important Indigenous heirloom bean from Quebec
• Beautiful striped dry beans with strong visual appeal
• Dual-purpose: snap bean and dry bean
• Vigorous, high-yielding climbing plants
• Excellent for soups, stews, and storage
• Well-adapted to Canadian growing conditions

Garden Uses

• Fresh snap beans (young pods)
• Dry beans for soups and stews
• Indigenous and heritage gardens
• Seed saving and food sovereignty gardening
• Vertical gardening on trellises or poles

How to Grow from Seed

Direct Sowing

• Sow seeds 1–1.5 inches deep after last frost
• Space seeds 4–6 inches apart
• Provide trellis, poles, or fencing (6–10 ft+)
• Germination in 7–14 days

Growing Conditions

• Plant in warm soil (minimum ~15°C)
• Full sun and well-drained soil
• Long season variety—uses full growing season in cooler climates 

Care Tips

• Provide strong support—plants are very vigorous
• Water regularly during flowering and pod formation
• Avoid excess nitrogen fertilizer
• Allow pods to fully dry on vine for dry beans
• Can finish drying even after frost if needed 

FAQ

What makes Kahnawake Mohawk bean special?
It is a rare Indigenous heirloom with strong cultural roots and excellent productivity.

Can it be eaten fresh and dried?
Yes. It is suitable as both a snap bean and a dry storage bean.

Is it good for Canadian climates?
Yes. It performs well but benefits from a full growing season to mature fully.

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