Henderson Lima Bush Beans-French Bean#05

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.