Vegetable beans of the Pinocchio variety represent a medium-maturity bush plant with a stem length of 40-50 cm and medium-sized, wrinkled green leaves. The flowers are white, and the beans at technical maturity have a dark green color, a length of 13-17 cm, and a diameter of 7-8 mm. They are round in cross-section and do not contain a parchment layer or fibers. A characteristic feature of the variety is the long curved beak and the height of attachment of the lower pods, which is 10-15 cm. The mass of 100 pods reaches 920 g, while the mass of 1000 seeds is 115 g. The taste qualities of the product are excellent, making Pinocchio beans in demand in cuisine.
The variety is characterized by high resistance to unfavorable conditions, such as drought, over-wetting, and low temperatures during the period of technical maturity. In addition, Pinocchio beans are resistant to a number of diseases, including common bean mosaic virus, anthracnose, brown spot, and bacterial blight, which contributes to stable yield and reduced losses during cultivation. Commercial yield of beans is 3.8 kg per square meter.
For successful cultivation of Pinocchio beans, it is recommended to choose fertile and light soils, soak seeds to improve germination, and use fertilizers such as manure or compost. The planting depth is 5-8 cm, and the distance between pits is 25-30 cm. Care for the plants includes regular soil loosening, weeding, watering, and fertilizing, as well as protection against pests. Due to their characteristics and taste qualities, Pinocchio beans are widely used in various culinary dishes, including raw, boiled, fried, stewed, and canned options.
