Brown Tepary Bean Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Brown Tepary Bean is a highly drought-tolerant heirloom legume valued for its small, protein-rich beans and ability to thrive in hot, dry climates. The plant produces compact bushy growth with pods containing nutritious brown seeds used for cooking, soups, and traditional dishes. It thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and requires minimal water once established. Ideal for dryland farming, kitchen gardens, and sustainable agriculture.

Features

• Extremely drought-tolerant bean variety
• High-protein nutritious dry beans
• Compact bush-type growth habit
• Ideal for hot dry climates
• Suitable for sustainable gardening
• Low-water requirement crop
• Excellent heirloom legume variety

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Phaseolus acutifolius
• Common Name (US): Tepary Bean
• Seed Type / Variety: Heirloom Dry Bean Variety
• Growth Habit: Annual bush legume plant
• USDA Zones: 4-10 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Late Spring to Early Summer
• Growing Season: Summer through Fall
• Sowing Season: April-July
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7-14 days in warm soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Low watering
• Mature Plant Size: 12-24 inches tall
• Plant Spacing: 4-8 inches apart