Lima Beans

We often have significant acreage of beans still out in the fall. Snap beans and lima beans will have leaf damage but still can be… Read More »How Cold Can Lima Beans Tolerate?

Types of Lima Beans Lima bean plants (phaseolus lunatus) have two growing styles: bush and pole. Care for both bean varieties is relatively the same,… Read More »Are Lima Beans Pole Or Bush?

Lima beans (Phaseolus lunatus) are a heat-loving vegetable grown between the frost dates of spring and autumn. This crop does best in a temperature range… Read More »Do Lima Beans Like Heat?

Lima beans require loose, evenly moist, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. Lima beans grow best in soil that is at least… Read More »How Do You Care For Lima Beans?

Compared to other beans species, the larger size and thicker seed coat of lima beans means germinating them in the garden can take some time.… Read More »Will Dried Lima Beans Sprout?

While lima bean plants do not require fertilization, they do have a long growing season—adding a dose of fertilizer about midway through the season can… Read More »How Do You Fertilize Lima Beans?

Lima Bean Quick Growing Tips Start lima beans indoors as early as 2 to 3 weeks before the average last frost date in spring for… Read More »Can You Grow Lima Beans Indoors?

Lima beans require about an inch of water per week to thrive. 2. Mulch. When the soil temperature averages over 60 degrees Fahrenheit, the soil… Read More »Do Lima Beans Need A Lot Of Water?

Lima beans require loose, evenly moist, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. Lima beans grow best in soil that is at least… Read More »Where Do Lima Beans Grow Best?

Sprouts can be consumed raw or cooked! To cook, saute them with a splash of oil, or simply stir them into hot soups and stews.… Read More »Can You Eat Sprouted Lima Beans?