Henderson Lima Beans are a classic variety of baby lima beans, also known as butterbeans, known for their smooth, creamy texture and rich flavor. Here’s a detail below:
Bean Characteristics
- Size & Shape: Small, flat, oval beans
- Color: Pale green to creamy white
- Flavor: Mild, buttery taste; excellent for fresh eating, freezing, or canning
- Yield: Heavy producer, often with 3–4 beans per pod.
Growing Notes
- Direct Sow: After last frost, when soil reaches 65–70°F
- Succession Planting: Can be done every 2–3 weeks for a continuous harvest
- Nitrogen Fixing: Like all legumes, they improve soil by fixing nitrogen.
Harvesting
- Fresh Shelling: Pick when pods are plump but still green
- Dry Beans: Allow pods to turn yellow and dry on the plant.
Culinary Uses
- Soups, stews, succotash, casseroles, and salads
- Can be used fresh, dried, canned, or frozen.
History & Popularity
- Introduced in the U.S. in the late 1800s
- Named after Peter Henderson, a famous seedsman
- Popular in Southern U.S. cuisine and heirloom gardens.
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