Phaseolus lunatus 'Fordhook No. 242'

Lima Bean

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Common Name: 

Lima Bean

Plant Type: 

Foliage color: 

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5): 

Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

30°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Maximum height: 

60 cm

Maximum width: 

25 cm

Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus 'Fordhook No. 242') - Description

Bush varieties mature earlier than pole limas and don't need support. 2 oz. of seed per packet, which will sow a 15' row; one lb., 120'. Fordhook (reg) No. 24. All-America Winner. Heat-resistant plants thrive in adverse conditions. Heavy yields of 4" pods, with 3-4 large beans each. Excellent for freezing. Burpee Bred. Proven tops for productivity, flavor and wide adaptability. Sun.

Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus 'Fordhook No. 242') - Growth

Needs full sun. Beans love the heat and are frost sensitive.

Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus 'Fordhook No. 242') - Planting

Soak the newly potted bean seed once and then not water again until the bean germinates. This will prevent the seed from rotting.

Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus 'Fordhook No. 242') - Pest

Pests include aphids, spider mites, whiteflies and cucumber beetles.

Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus 'Fordhook No. 242') - Soil and irrigation

Needs regular water when the plants are actively growing.

Phaseolus lunatus 'Fordhook No. 242' - Lima Bean - Photos