Henderson Lima Bush Beans-French Bean#05

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Details:

10 seeds per pack.Here’s a short summary of Henderson Lima Beans:

  • Type: Bush baby lima bean (butterbean)
  • Days to Maturity: 65–75 days
  • Plant Size: Compact, about 12–18 inches tall
  • Beans: Small, creamy-white, buttery flavor
  • Use: Great for fresh eating, freezing, or canning
  • Growth: High-yielding, no trellis needed
  • Planting: Direct sow after the last frost in full sun.

Description

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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