Growth Habit and Maturity - Schooner has a semi-upright plant with a medium, arched vine. The plant’s structure holds many pods off the ground, which may reduce the incidence of white mold. Schooner matures approximately 98 to 100 days from planting, or about three to four days later than Avanti.

Seed Quality - Schooner is a traditional navy bean. It typically yields approximately 2,550 seeds per pound. Schooner’s demonstrated tolerance to seed coat cracking has enhanced its canning quality.

Disease Resistance - Schooner has demonstrated resistance to the prevalent strains of Bean Common Mosaic virus. It has shown tolerance to bacterial brown spot, the current races of bean rust, and the Delta strain of anthracnose bean disease. Moderate tolerance to common and halo bacterial bean diseases has been noted.

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Bean Seed Variety Profiles:
These descriptions are based on historical data and may vary according to cultural practices and weather conditions as well as geographical region. Diseases are constantly adapting, changing the resistance/tolerance of the bean plants and their performance. Kelley Bean Co. Inc. disclaims legal responsibility therefore.