What is the result if pole beans are left on the vine until they are completely dry?

The dried pod is harvested, shelled, and the mature beans are stored.

The final maturity stage for pole beans is the dry stage, achieved when the pods are allowed to remain on the vine until they have completely dried out. At this point, the biological goal of the plant—seed maturation—is complete. The gardener then harvests the entire dried pod, which serves as a protective casing for the mature seeds inside. These mature seeds are then removed from the brittle pod through shelling, much like harvesting any other dried legume such as kidney or black beans. These dried beans are stored for long-term use, requiring soaking and extended cooking times later, transforming a small garden plot into a source of substantial winter provisions.