Plant Detail

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Features

An early-maturing variety, ideal for regions with a short growing season. This heirloom variety was introduced in the 1889 and remains a time-tested favorite. Produces an abundance of buttery-flavored “baby” lima beans. Each pod contains 3-4 beans and the plants provide a steady harvest right up to frost.

Uses

Superb for eating alone with light seasoning or diced and added to a variety of dishes. Delicious when lightly steamed or boiled. Preserve by canning, drying, or freezing. Wash fruits, vegetables and herbs thoroughly before eating.

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Care Instruction

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 Plant Feed

     Use a fertilizer formulated for vegetables.

 Watering

     Keep well-watered.

 Soil

     Fertile, well-drained soil.

 Sun light

     Full Sun

Basic Care Summary

Plant in a sunny location after the threat of frost has passed. Well drained soil is essential to avoid diseases that can result from wet conditions. Harvest beans as needed. For dried beans, leave pods on plant until dry and hard.

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