Black Turtle Bean Seeds (50)
South GA Seed Company
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South GA Seed Company
Black Turtle Bean Seeds (50)
The Black Turtle Bean, scientifically referred to as Phaseolus vulgaris, is a remarkable member of the bean family, especially renowned in Latin American cuisine. With its distinctive black color and bold flavor, this bean plays a vital role in soups, stews, and colorful salads. Its firm texture enables it to soak up flavors exceptionally well, enhancing both taste and nutritional benefits.
Nutritionally, Black Turtle beans are exceptional, packed with protein and fiber, making them a fantastic option for those striving for a balanced diet.
Growing Black Turtle beans is much like organizing a well-orchestrated garden event; favorable conditions are crucial. These beans flourish in full sunlight and prefer well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. Plant them after the last frost, when soil temperatures reach around 60°F. In about 90 to 105 days, you can expect a thriving harvest. However, it is essential to water them gently, especially during the flowering and pod-forming phases, as excessive watering can damage their roots.
In conclusion, Black Turtle beans not only provide a delicious and nutritious element to your meals but also represent a fulfilling crop to cultivate in your garden. With the right care, they will yield a bountiful harvest that enhances both your culinary creations and gardening expertise.
- QTY: 50
- Seed Planting Depth: 1.5"
- Germination Temperature: 75
- Days to Germination: 7-10
- Row Spacing: 36"
- Plant Spacing: 6"
- 100' Row Yield: 24 lb
- Sun: Full
- Harvest time: 57 day
How to Save Seeds
Beans seldom cross pollinate with one another since they are considered to be self pollinators. However that isn't to say it won't occur. So as a precaution it is recommended to grow to different colors of beans near one another if you are limited on space and then observe the seeds when ready. The seed will show signs of crossing if you grew to different colors. If you are concerned about crossing separate by 150ft as a rule. Harvest when completely dried; cure them for a week or so by allowing them to further dry out in their pods spread out from one another, then shell and discard trash.
