Bean Seeds (Bush Lima) - Fordhook 242
Estimated delivery between February 04 and February 07.
A High-Quality, Productive Lima Bean for Flavorful Dishes
Fordhook 242 Bush Lima Beans are an excellent variety known for their creamy texture and sweet, buttery flavor. These beans are perfect for gardeners looking for a high-yielding variety that requires minimal maintenance. With a compact bush growth habit, Fordhook 242 is ideal for small spaces, raised beds, or container gardening.
Key Benefits
- Delicious Flavor: The beans are sweet, buttery, and tender, making them a favorite for a wide range of recipes such as soups, stews, and casseroles.
- High Yield: Produces abundant, large beans that are perfect for fresh or dried use.
- Compact Growth: A bush variety that does not require staking, making it ideal for small gardens, raised beds, or containers.
- Easy to Grow: Fordhook 242 is relatively low-maintenance, making it a great choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
- Versatile Use: Suitable for fresh eating, freezing, or canning for later use.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- Spring: Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost, once the soil has warmed to about 60°F (15°C).
- Successive Planting: For a continuous harvest, sow 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 evenly moist, especially during germination and when pods are developing. Water deeply 1-2 times a week, ensuring that the soil does not become waterlogged.
- Fertilizer: Use compost or a balanced fertilizer before planting. Beans are nitrogen-fixing and do not require excessive fertilizer.
- Weeding: Remove weeds regularly to prevent competition for nutrients. Be gentle when weeding to avoid disturbing the roots.
- Mulching: Apply mulch to conserve moisture and reduce weed growth.
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 beans, pick the pods when young and tender; for dried beans, allow the pods to mature on the plant.
- How to Harvest: Gently snap or cut the pods from the plant, being careful not to damage the surrounding plants.
Perfect For
- Small Gardens and Raised Beds: The compact bush variety makes Fordhook 242 ideal for space-conscious gardeners.
- Fresh Eating and Canning: Great for fresh dishes, as well as for preserving by freezing or canning for year-round enjoyment.
- Versatile Cooking: Perfect for a variety of dishes, including soups, stews, and casseroles.
- Low-Maintenance Gardening: A great choice for gardeners who want high yield with minimal effort.
Coverage
- Packet: Covers up to 10-15 linear feet, providing plenty of beans for both fresh eating and preserving.
Grow Delicious Beans with Fordhook 242 Lima Beans
Fordhook 242 bush lima beans are a wonderful addition to any garden. With their rich, creamy flavor and high yields, they’re perfect for fresh use or preserving for the winter months.
Order your seeds today and enjoy a bounty of flavorful Fordhook 242 beans in your garden!
Dharaseeds
Bean Seeds (Bush Lima) - Fordhook 242
Estimated delivery between February 04 and February 07.
A High-Quality, Productive Lima Bean for Flavorful Dishes
Fordhook 242 Bush Lima Beans are an excellent variety known for their creamy texture and sweet, buttery flavor. These beans are perfect for gardeners looking for a high-yielding variety that requires minimal maintenance. With a compact bush growth habit, Fordhook 242 is ideal for small spaces, raised beds, or container gardening.
Key Benefits
- Delicious Flavor: The beans are sweet, buttery, and tender, making them a favorite for a wide range of recipes such as soups, stews, and casseroles.
- High Yield: Produces abundant, large beans that are perfect for fresh or dried use.
- Compact Growth: A bush variety that does not require staking, making it ideal for small gardens, raised beds, or containers.
- Easy to Grow: Fordhook 242 is relatively low-maintenance, making it a great choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
- Versatile Use: Suitable for fresh eating, freezing, or canning for later use.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- Spring: Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost, once the soil has warmed to about 60°F (15°C).
- Successive Planting: For a continuous harvest, sow 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 evenly moist, especially during germination and when pods are developing. Water deeply 1-2 times a week, ensuring that the soil does not become waterlogged.
- Fertilizer: Use compost or a balanced fertilizer before planting. Beans are nitrogen-fixing and do not require excessive fertilizer.
- Weeding: Remove weeds regularly to prevent competition for nutrients. Be gentle when weeding to avoid disturbing the roots.
- Mulching: Apply mulch to conserve moisture and reduce weed growth.
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 beans, pick the pods when young and tender; for dried beans, allow the pods to mature on the plant.
- How to Harvest: Gently snap or cut the pods from the plant, being careful not to damage the surrounding plants.
Perfect For
- Small Gardens and Raised Beds: The compact bush variety makes Fordhook 242 ideal for space-conscious gardeners.
- Fresh Eating and Canning: Great for fresh dishes, as well as for preserving by freezing or canning for year-round enjoyment.
- Versatile Cooking: Perfect for a variety of dishes, including soups, stews, and casseroles.
- Low-Maintenance Gardening: A great choice for gardeners who want high yield with minimal effort.
Coverage
- Packet: Covers up to 10-15 linear feet, providing plenty of beans for both fresh eating and preserving.
Grow Delicious Beans with Fordhook 242 Lima Beans
Fordhook 242 bush lima beans are a wonderful addition to any garden. With their rich, creamy flavor and high yields, they’re perfect for fresh use or preserving for the winter months.
Order your seeds today and enjoy a bounty of flavorful Fordhook 242 beans in your garden!
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.