Fordhook , Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus)

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Fordhook , Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus) Beans are considered one of the best large lima beans available, this All-America Selection winner has stood the test of time. Bush type plants produce heavy yields of pods with 3-5 richly flavored, light-green seeds per pod. The pods are easy to shell, and...
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Fordhook , Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus) Beans are considered one of the best large lima beans available, this All-America Selection winner has stood the test of time. Bush type plants produce heavy yields of pods with 3-5 richly flavored, light-green seeds per pod. The pods are easy to shell, and the beans are perfect for cooking, freezing or canning. Seeds can also be dried and they are easy to harvest, heat resistant and drought tolerant. A top, all-around lima bean for gardeners in the North and South.

Botanical Name: Phaseolus Lunatus 

Common Name: Fordhook, Lima Bean 

Size at Maturity: 20″

Days to Maturity: 70-80 Days

Light Requirement: Full Sun 

Planting Time: Spring to early summer 

Sowing Method: Direct Sow 

Planting Depth: 1"

Plant Spacing: 24″-36″

Ships: Year-round

Average Seeds Per Ounce: Approx. 60

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