Yep, seed time is here, and wondering if any of you are gourmet bean eaters who can your produce!

I canned beans last year, and am generally happy with the results. Used a bit older beans and their texture is just fine.

I'm detecting a slight bitterness, though, or maybe an off-flavor, and it made me wonder if it's the variety, or my water, or just the nature of canning under pressure. I thought it would be worthwhile to ask of you if there is a particular tried and true variety that you've found that performs well for canning, in terms of flavor.

Thanks ! Seed time is coming and I'd like to be prepared !

Last year I also tried Roma II's - with 'mixed reviews'. Those that I harvested small and early were much better than others that I waited to reach full size.

I've also had reasonably good luck with Derby bush beans.

I grow Fortex, Contender, Blue Lake, Tendergreen and Yellow Wax and honestly find little difference in the taste after canning between the greens. Now fresh eating is something else. Can't beat Fortex there.

Dave