Bean Seeds (Bush Lima) - Early Thorogreen

Fast-Growing Lima Beans with Great Flavor and High Yields
Early Thorogreen Bush Lima Beans are an excellent variety for gardeners looking for a fast-growing, productive crop. Known for their early maturity and creamy, buttery flavor, these beans are perfect for soups, stews, and a wide variety of dishes. With their compact bush growth habit, they are ideal for smaller gardens or containers, providing high yields with minimal space.

Key Benefits

• Early Maturity: Early Thorogreen beans mature faster than many other lima bean varieties, making them perfect for gardeners with a shorter growing season.
• Creamy Flavor: These beans have a rich, buttery texture and sweet flavor, ideal for use in savory dishes like stews, soups, and casseroles.
• High Yield: Known for producing an abundant harvest of large, high-quality beans, making them perfect for both fresh eating and preserving.
• Compact Growth: As a bush variety, it doesn’t require staking, making it ideal for small gardens, raised beds, or containers.
• Easy to Grow: Early Thorogreen beans are relatively low-maintenance, making them a great choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

Planting Instructions

Planting Season

• Spring: Directly sow seeds outdoors after the last frost, once soil temperatures have warmed to about 60°F (15°C).
• Successive Planting: For a continuous harvest, plant every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.

Planting Details

• Depth: Plant seeds 1 inch deep in well-drained, fertile soil.
• Spacing: Space seeds 3-4 inches apart, with rows 18-24 inches apart.
• Light: Requires full sun (6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily) for optimal growth.

Watering and Care

• Water Needs: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during germination and pod development. Water deeply 1-2 times a week, ensuring the soil does not become waterlogged.
• Fertilizer: Use compost or a balanced organic fertilizer. Beans are nitrogen-fixing, so they don't require heavy fertilization.
• Weeding: Regularly remove weeds to prevent competition for nutrients and space. Be careful not to disturb the shallow roots when weeding.
• Mulching: Apply mulch to retain moisture, control weeds, and keep the soil temperature stable.

Harvesting

• When to Harvest: Beans are ready to harvest when the pods are fully formed and the beans inside are plump and tender. For fresh eating, harvest the beans while still young and tender; for dried beans, let the pods mature on the plant.
• How to Harvest: Gently snap or cut the pods from the plant. Allow beans to dry further before shelling if harvesting for storage.

Perfect For

• Small Gardens and Raised Beds: The compact bush growth habit makes this variety ideal for small spaces or container gardening.
• Fresh Cooking and Canning: Perfect for fresh use in dishes like stews and casseroles, or for preserving by freezing or canning.
• Low-Maintenance Gardening: A great option for gardeners looking for a productive, easy-to-grow crop.
• Short Growing Seasons: Matures quickly, making it a perfect choice for regions with shorter growing seasons.

Coverage

• Packet: Covers up to 10-15 linear feet, providing a bountiful harvest of tender, creamy beans.

Grow Fast and Flavorful Lima Beans with Early Thorogreen

Early Thorogreen Bush Lima Beans are a wonderful addition to any garden, offering quick maturity, high yields, and a rich, buttery flavor. Ideal for small spaces and organic gardening, these beans are perfect for fresh eating or preserving for later use.

Order your seeds today and start enjoying the creamy goodness of Early Thorogreen Lima Beans in your garden!