Henderson's Bush Lima bean is a classic heirloom bush lima variety prized for its compact growth habit, dependable productivity, and rich creamy flavor. Originally developed during the late nineteenth century, this beloved heirloom remains a favorite among home gardeners due to its manageable size, ease of cultivation, and excellent culinary versatility.
Unlike climbing lima bean varieties, Henderson's Bush Lima develops tidy bushy plants that require no trellising or staking, making it especially well suited for smaller gardens, raised beds, and traditional row planting. The plants produce abundant pods filled with small creamy-white beans valued for their smooth texture, mild nutty flavor, and excellent nutritional qualities.
These versatile beans are excellent enjoyed fresh or dried for long-term storage and may be used in soups, stews, casseroles, salads, and countless home-cooked dishes. Rich in protein and fiber, Henderson's Bush Lima beans provide both hearty flavor and valuable nutrition while producing reliable harvests throughout the growing season.
Compact, productive, and easy to grow, Henderson's Bush Lima bean remains one of the finest heirloom lima beans for gardeners seeking dependable harvests without the need for large trellises or extensive garden space.
Henderson's Bush Lima Bean Seed Details
- Quantity: 25 Seeds
- Plant Type: Heirloom Bush Lima Bean
- Growth Habit: Compact Bush
- Bean Color: Creamy White
- Flavor: Mild, Creamy, Nutty
- Best Uses: Soups, Stews, Salads, Casseroles, Dry Storage
- Seed Planting Depth: 1.5 Inches
- Germination Temperature: 75°F
- Days to Germination: 7-10 Days
- Row Spacing: 36 Inches
- Plant Spacing: 6 Inches
- 100' Row Yield: 24 Pounds
- Sun Requirements: Full Sun
- Harvest Time: Approximately 57 Days
- Special Features: Compact Plants, No Trellis Needed, Excellent Storage Bean
How to Save Seeds
Lima beans will readily cross-pollinate with other lima bean varieties, so proper isolation is important for maintaining seed purity.
If growing multiple lima bean varieties, separate them by at least one mile whenever possible.
Allow pods to fully mature and dry completely on the plants before harvesting. Mature dry pods will contain fully developed seeds ready for storage.
Once harvested, shell the beans, remove debris or damaged seeds, and store them in a cool dry location for future planting.
