Lima Bean Seeds (Henderson)

This heirloom lima bean is known for being hardy and disease-resistant, and is loved for it's delicate, buttery flavor.  Henderson lima's are great dried, or for canning and freezing.  They are well known for their flat, smooth pod of 3 to 4 creamy white beans.  Henderson lima's grow well in most soil conditions but do best in well-drained soils that maintains an average temperature. Soil that is waterlogged can be detrimental so avoid over watering.  Henderson lima's are also known for their nitrogen fixing properties in soil. 45+ seeds per pack ***If Henderson is unavailable, this variety will be substituted with another Lima Bean Variety, such as Fordhook 242 or Jackson Wonder.  Seed Details: Days to maturity: 65 - 70 days for green, 100+ days for dry beans. Growth: 12" - 36" height, 18" - 30" spread. Tip: Try growing in rows three across as opposed to just one. You can grow 3 times the amount of beans in the same space. Planting Details: Plant Spacing: 4" - 6" Row: 18" - 36" between rows Planting Depth: 1.5" - 2" Days to Germination: 7-10 days Days to harvest: 60+ days All Heaven's Harvest seeds are Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Non-GMO, Non-Hybid seeds.  Each variety is hand-packaged in mylar-foil, resealable bags providing unmatched barrier properties, a flexible surface, and high resistance to punctures.  These packages are waterproof, lightproof, and rodent-proof - yikes! And  will remain viable for 5-10 years, when stored properly in a cool, dark, and dry location.  Most importantly, with 45+ seeds per pack, you can begin gardening now and save the remainder for a few years to come!