Henderson’s Lima

Price range: $3.75 through $115.25

Introduced by Peter Henderson and Company in 1888. A classic butter bean that has been popular for more than a century, and for good reason. Perfect for fresh eating, drying, or canning. Pods contain 3-4 beans which are rich in flavor and super sweet. Compact bush plants are easy to grow.  65 days to maturity.

Additional information

Weight N/A
Seed Type

Conventional

Latin Name:

Phaseolus lunatus

Alternate Names

Butter bean

Plant Type:

Bush

Bean Type:

Lima

Support Needed:

None

Germination:

7-14 days

Maturity

65 days to maturity.

Exposure:

Full Sun

Planting Method:

Direct sow after danger of frost has passed and soil temperature has warmed.

Planting Depth:

1"

Spacing:

Sow seeds 2" apart; thin to 3-4" in rows 18-36" apart

Seed Count

+/- 83 per ounce, 1,000 per pound

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