Ancient Native Beans seeds - Vegetable Plant

Ancient Native Beans are a traditional heirloom legume cultivated for centuries in arid and semi-arid regions of the Americas. Commonly known as Tepary Beans, this resilient variety is prized for its ability to thrive in extreme heat and low-water conditions. It produces nutritious edible beans and is ideal for vegetable gardens, homesteads, and sustainable food production systems. As a nitrogen-fixing plant, it also helps naturally enrich soil while supporting eco-friendly agriculture.

Features

• Ancient traditional native heirloom bean variety
• Exceptional heat and drought tolerance
• Produces nutritious edible beans
• Nitrogen-fixing plant improves soil fertility
• Ideal for dryland and low-water gardening
• Reliable production in harsh climates
• Suitable for sustainable agriculture systems

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Phaseolus acutifolius
• Common Name (US): Tepary Bean, Ancient Native Bean
• Seed Type / Variety: Heirloom Native Edible Bean Variety
• Growth Habit: Bush to semi-vining annual legume
• USDA Zones: 3-11 (grown as an annual)
• Planting Season: Spring to Early Summer
• Growing Season: Summer
• Sowing Season: April-July
• Sowing Season With Specific Months: April, May, June, July
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7-14 days in warm, well-drained soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil; tolerant of poor soils
• Watering Needs: Low; highly drought tolerant once established
• Mature Plant Size: 12-36 inches tall and wide
• Plant Spacing: 4-6 inches apart