Lima Bean
Phaseoluslunatus 'Henderson's'

Family: Papilionaceae (pa-pil-ee-uh-NAY-see-ee)
Genus: Phaseolus (FAZ-ee-oh-lus)
Species: lunatus (loo-NAY-tus)
Cultivar: Henderson's
Additional cultivar information: (aka Original Dwarf, Bush Butterbean)

Height

Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Sun Exposure
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)

Danger

Bloom Color
Full Sun

Propagation Methods

Seed Collecting
Cream/Tan

Category

Soil pH requirements

Seed Type

Growth Habit
From seed; direct sow after last frost

Days to Maturity

Foliage Color
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored

Bloom Characteristics

Water Requirements

Where to Grow