Dixie Speckled Lima Beans, also called Butter Peas, are a heat-tolerant, heirloom variety of baby lima bean known for their reddish-purple speckled seeds, creamy texture, and nutty flavor, thriving in hot climates where other limas struggle, perfect for Southern cooking, and grown as productive, compact bush plants. They’re ready in about 75 days and offer excellent yields for soups, stews, or eating fresh/dried, making them a favorite for home gardeners.
Key Characteristics:
- Type: Bush-type, baby lima bean (butter pea).
- Appearance: Small, round beans with maroon/brown speckles on a pinkish/purple base.
- Flavor & Texture: Creamy, buttery, with a rich, nutty taste.
- Heat Tolerance: Excellent, ideal for hot Southern climates.
- Maturity: Around 75 days.
- Plant: Compact bush, no trellis needed, producing 4-inch pods with 3-4 beans.
Uses:
- Soups, stews, succotash, casseroles.
- Can be eaten fresh or dried.
Growing Tips:
- Plant in warm soil (around 60°F) for best germination.
- Harvest when pods rattle or when beans are plump and colorful (green to yellow to red).
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