| Common Name | Bean |
|---|---|
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Top Category | Bush Beans |
| Flavor Profile | Sweet |
| Fruit Size | 4” - 5” long |
| Growing Conditions | Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Bush |
| Harvest Advantages | Canning, Freezing |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | AAS Winner, Easy to Grow and Maintain |
| Plant Height | 20" - 22" |
| Plant Resistance | Bean Mosaic Virus |
| Plant Type | Shelling |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Seed Type | Heirloom, Open-Pollinated |
| Use | Culinary |
| Row Spacing | 24" - 36" |
Fordhook 242 Bush Lima
Bean
Starting at $3.70
Dark green, compact plants. Probably the most famous lima bean in the world – tender, juicy, and butter sweet. Widely adapted but yields best in hot weather. An AAS winner. Great for freezing.
| Days to Maturity | 80 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 6" - 8" |
| Planting Depth | 1” - 2” |
| Sowing Method | Direct Sow |
| Water Needs | Average |
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