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Bean Seeds (Bush Lima) - Fordhook 242

Adaptable in adverse conditions and great for freezing

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Attracts Bees
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Improves Soil
Microgreens

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Phaseolus lunatus

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

SEED TYPE

  • Heirloom Seed
  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 75 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Bush
  • Compact
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 18 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Determinate
  • Lima Bean
  • Shell Bean

COLOR

  • Green

Grow Heirloom Beans - Plant Fordhook 242 Bean Seeds

An All-America Selections winner, Fordhook 242 is the classic lima bean available today. A huge yielder, enjoy Fordhook 242 Lima Beans fresh, canned, or frozen.

  • • Classic Lima Bean
  • • Great for canning and freezing
  • • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 4 to 6 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
1 Ounce 30
1/4 Pound 120
1 Pound 480

Planting Guide

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    Bean Seeds (Bush Lima) - Fordhook 242 FAQs

    How big will Fordhook 242 Bean get?

    Fordhook 242 Bean grows to 3 to 5 large beans per pod, 4 inches long.

    What is the flavor profile of Fordhook 242 Bean?

    Fordhook 242 Bean has a flavor profile described as rich and buttery.

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