Native Bean Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Native Bean, commonly known as Tepary Bean, is a traditional heirloom legume cultivated for its nutritious edible beans and exceptional adaptability to hot, dry growing conditions. Originating from the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico, this resilient crop has been grown for generations in arid regions. It is ideal for vegetable gardens, sustainable agriculture, and home food production, offering reliable yields while helping improve soil fertility through natural nitrogen fixation.

Features

• Produces nutritious edible beans
• Traditional heirloom native legume variety
• Exceptional heat and drought tolerance
• Nitrogen-fixing plant improves soil health
• Suitable for vegetable gardens and sustainable farming
• Productive in low-water growing conditions
• Easy-to-grow annual crop

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Phaseolus acutifolius
• Common Name (US): Native Bean, Tepary Bean
• Seed Type / Variety: Heirloom Vegetable 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