Phaseolus vulgaris
Phaseolus vulgaris
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The plump pods, about four inches long, are easy to shell and have superior flavor.
This variety is perfect for tender-shell beans and dried beans.
Fordhook Bush Lima Bean is loaded with vitamins and protein! This bush bean variety is an excellent source of vitamins and protein and imparts a robust, flavorful taste to any dish.
Sku: 9772
Common Name: Bean
Botanical Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
Full Sun
6 - 8 Days
65 - 85 Days
12"+
20"
Average (1 - 2 in / week)
Color: White
Fill Weight (grams): 8
Approximate Seed Count: 15 - 30
Flavor: Rich, nutty flavor.
Preparation Ideas: An outstanding choice for freezing.
Plant Type: Vegetable
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Landscape Use: Edible Garden
Growth Type: Bush
Tolerance: Heat|Drought
Growing Season(s): Spring|Summer
Harvest/Bloom Season(s): Spring|Summer
Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"
Sow seeds when the soil is warm and all danger of frost is past. Plant 2 seeds every 4 inches. Soaking seeds overnight before planting will speed germination. Thin to 1 plant every 4 inches when the plants have 4 leaves. Pick early and often to encourage production. Sow every 2 weeks until 8 weeks before fall frost.
Planting Depth: 1 - 1.5"
Seed Spacing: Plant your Lima Fordhook Bush #242 Bean seeds roughly 4" apart in rows, keeping rows approximately 20" apart.
Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.
Avoid working around beans when wet; this may spread diseases. When weeding, hoe gently because beans are shallow-rooted. Mulch plants only after thinning.
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