Black Bean Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Black bean seeds produce warm-season annual plants that grow in a bushy or semi-vining form depending on the type. These plants develop compound leaves and form pods along the stems during the growing cycle. Black beans thrive in warm temperatures and require a frost-free growing period for proper development. They adapt well to a range of well-drained soils and are commonly cultivated in garden plots and field settings. With consistent sunlight and moderate watering, plants establish steadily and produce mature pods over the growing season.

Features

• Warm-season legume with bushy or semi-vining growth
• Produces pods along the stems during development
• Suitable for garden plots and field cultivation
• Adaptable to various well-drained soil types
• Requires full sun and consistent warmth

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
• Common Name (US): Black Bean
• Seed Type / Variety: Dry bean variety
• Growth Habit: Bushy or semi-vining annual plant
• USDA Zones: 3–11 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Late spring (after last frost)
• Growing Season: Summer
• Sowing Season: April to June (temperate regions); May to July (warm regions)
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–10 days at 20–30°C with moist soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent watering
• Mature Plant Size: 30–60 cm height (bush type); up to 2 meters (vining type)
• Plant Spacing: 10–15 cm between plants