Tarbais Pole Bean (Haricot Tarbais)
Phaseolus vulgaris
For authentic French cassoulet as featured in Dr. Weaver’s Flavors from the Garden this is the 18 th -century variety now protected by the Tarbais Cooperative in southwest France. Originally grown on corn, the vines reach a height of 8 to 10 feet and produce an abundance of meaty dry white beans. 25 seeds, $4.50.  Germination 97%.