Henderson Bush Lima Bean – Organic

This legume is named after the capital of Peru, as these beans have been cultivated in this country for over 9 years. Drought resistant, little or not attacked by diseases or harmful insects and delicious, this variety was quickly adopted throughout the world. We find its trace in the catalog of the seed company Peter Henderson & Company from 000.

This cultivar of lima beans is remarkable for its very compact bushy habit which does not require staking. In addition, the plants are undemanding, not to mention that they produce early and without interruption until frost in good conditions. There will be 3 to 4 tasty tender green beans per pod. These little lima beans turn white as they dry.
It is an ideal choice for eating the shelled beans as soon as they are ripe as well as for long-term storage in their usual dried or canned form.

Growing Notes: Because lima beans love heat, they produce less fruit in cool summers. Provide light, well-drained soil and be sure to water regularly during flowering. Do not overwater or fertilize: this favors the foliage to the detriment of the fruits.

Number of days for harvest: 70