This bean is highly versatile and can be enjoyed in various ways, including as a small green bean or a larger string bean. It can also be eaten fresh or used as a dry bean. It grows well in different weather conditions and can thrive in partial shade. While it has the potential to grow as tall as 15 feet, we’ve found that an 8-foot trellis is sufficient. Oregon Giant was once cultivated on a commercial scale for the canning industry from the 1930s to the 1970s. However, it was believed to have been lost thereafter. This specific heirloom has been passed down through our family for nearly 80 years via Dale Crew of Oregon. This is the first time this specific bean lineage is being offered for sale publicly.