Bean, Lima/Bush - Thorogreen seeds

View all bean seeds The Thorogreen Lima Bean is a high-yielding heirloom that loves higher temperatures. Plump, light green pods grow at the top of a compact plant for easy harvesting. Both fresh and dried beans have a smooth, buttery flavor. When eating fresh, be sure to cook them, as raw beans are toxic. This compact bush-type plant spreads wider than green beans, so give them room to grow. Easy to grow Bush growth habit Heat loving Early producer SEED PLANTING TIPS Botanical name: Phaseolus lunatus Depth to plant seeds: 1.5" deep Spacing between plants: 6"-8" apart Spacing between rows: 24"-30" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 10-21 days Germination soil temps: 70F-90F Soil needs: 6.0-7.0 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer, fall # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 2-4 plants per sq. ft. Days to maturity: 65-75 days Click here to view our full Bean grow guide Good companion plants: Cucumber, Pea, Rosemary, Thyme, Tomato Shop more:   BUSH BEANS FAVA & BROAD BEANS LIMA BEANS POLE BEANS