Henderson Bush Lima Bean
Historic Variety
- Bush bean
- Seeds are white and small
- Disease resistant
- Shelling and Dry bean
- 60-75 days
- ±1,200 seeds/lb
Item Details
(aka Dwarf Sieva) Introduced in 1889 by Peter Henderson Company of New York. A dwarf lima that is very early, hardy, productive, and disease resistant. Produces small creamy white limas for the home gardener and canner that are distinct in color and excellent in quality. Desirable and dependable in adverse conditions. Bush habit, 60-75 days. ±1,200 seeds/lb.
Learn to Grow Henderson Bush Lima Bean
Direct Seed: 2" Apart
Seed Depth: 1"
Rows Apart: 36-48"
Light: Full Sun
Instructions- Lima beans thrive in hot temperatures. Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Seeds will germinate in 7-18 days. Limas prefer full sun.
Ratings & Reviews
1 review
Not all the same type
by Nancy Gray
The seeds in the packet were not all bush-type beans. Many were climbers. Good tasting though.