Bright green beans are of nearly universal distribution. They are marketed canned, frozen, and fresh. Green beans are also sold dried and fried with vegetables like carrots, corn, and peas. Over 130 varieties of snap bean are known. Varieties specialized for use as green beans, selected for the succulence and flavor of their pods, are the ones usually grown in the home vegetable garden, and many varieties exist. Pod color can be green, golden, purple, red, or streaked. 

