Phaseolus, Butter Bean (Bush) 'Fordhook 242' Heirloom
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun
Description
A long warm season will reward you with an abundance of easy-to-shell pods, each containing three to four rich, buttery beans. Good for both freezing and fresh use. It won an All America Selections award in 1945.
Sow in well-drained, average soil in late spring. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-95°F. Beans do not tolerate frost. Thinning is not normally necessary. Pick pods regularly just as they begin to fill out for best flavor. Replant every three weeks for continuous harvest.
Phaseolus lunatus | AAS winner 1945
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More Information
| Brand | Lake Valley Seed |
|---|---|
| Seed Packet Type | Vegetables |
| Common Family Name | Bean |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Harvest Time | Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Spacing Between Rows | 30" |
| Spacing in Row | 6" |
| Planting Depth | 1" |
| Days to Germination | 7-10 |
| Days to Maturity | 75 |
| Manufacturer Number | 36 |