Description
25 Seeds per pack
(Phaseolus lunatus) 80-90 days. Dry Bean Very productive, especially for a lima. The King of the Garden Heirloom Limas are a pole bean variety, producing huge beans, smooth and flat, with a delicious, honey-like flavor. Bearing lots of 5-7″ pods, with 4-6 beans ea., right up until the first frosts, the vigorous plants are great climbers, and will require strong support. Great variety for shelling or freezing. King of the Garden Lima beans truly earn their name!
Planting Instructions for King of the Garden Lima Bean Seeds
Sow King of the Garden Lima beans 1-2″ deep, 2-6″ apart, in rows 18-36″ apart, in full sun after danger of frost. Soaking bean seeds in water 1-2 hours before planting speeds germination. Germination occurs in 4-16 days in soil 60-85°F. Provide support for heirloom pole bean varieties. For heirloom snap beans, harvest when beans are 3-6″ long. For dry beans, leave pods on plants until pods are dry, brown, and crisp, and beans are hard and rattle in pod, if more drying is needed when danger of frost has arrived, pick pods or pull entire plant and hang upside down to dry further.
FAQ:
How long does it take for King of the Garden Lima Beans to mature?
These beans typically mature in 80-90 days.
What type of bean is the King of the Garden Lima?
It is a productive pole bean variety known for its large, smooth, flat beans with a honey like flavor.
How large do the pods grow, and how many beans do they contain?
The pods are 5-7 inches long, each containing 4-6 large beans.
Do these plants require any special support?
Yes, they are vigorous climbers and will need strong support structures to accommodate their growth.
What are common uses for King of the Garden Lima Beans?
They are excellent for shelling or freezing, making them a versatile choice for preserving and cooking.
Sheila (verified owner) –
Nice packaging and good information. I will be planting these next year. I wanted to make sure I had some seeds come spring – who knows what the new year will hold for us….
Regina Harris (verified owner) –
5 star!
Mary Harrison (verified owner) –
5 star!