Fordhook 242 Lima Bean Seed

Bean, Lima Fordhook 242 Bush – Heat-resistant plants thrive in adverse conditions.
Customer Favorite!
All-America Selections winner. This Burpee bred bean is heat-resistant and thrives in adverse conditions. The heavy yields of 4″ pods with 3-5 large beans each are excellent for freezing. Proven tops for productivity, flavor and wide adaptability. Bush varieties mature earlier than pole limas and don’t need support. A 2 oz. seed packet will sow a 15-ft. row.

Growth Habit: Bush
Days to Maturity: 65 days
Sun: Full Sun
Height: 15-20 inches
Spread: 10 inches
Thinning: 6 inches
Sowing Method: Direct Sow
Fruit Size: 4 inches

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