The "King of the Garden" lima bean is a classic heirloom pole bean variety treasured for its exceptionally large beans, vigorous climbing vines, and rich buttery flavor. This dependable heirloom has remained a favorite among gardeners for generations due to its heavy yields, beautiful growth habit, and outstanding culinary quality.
The vigorous vines rapidly climb trellises, poles, and garden supports, often reaching heights of 8 to 10 feet during the growing season. Lush green foliage and abundant pods create an attractive vertical display while producing generous harvests of large creamy beans prized for their smooth texture and nutty flavor.
King of the Garden lima beans are highly versatile in the kitchen and may be enjoyed fresh, frozen, or dried for long-term storage. Their creamy texture makes them excellent for soups, stews, casseroles, side dishes, and traditional home-cooked meals. In addition to their delicious flavor, the beans provide valuable protein, fiber, and essential nutrients for a wholesome balanced diet.
Productive, beautiful, and deeply flavorful, King of the Garden lima bean remains one of the finest heirloom pole beans for gardeners seeking abundant harvests and exceptional culinary versatility.
King of the Garden Lima Bean Seed Details
- Quantity: 25 Seeds
- Plant Type: Heirloom Pole Lima Bean
- Growth Habit: Vigorous Climbing Vine
- Plant Height: 8-10 Feet
- Flavor: Rich, Buttery, Nutty
- Best Uses: Fresh Eating, Soups, Stews, 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: Large Beans, Heavy Producer, 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 vines 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.
