Lima Bean 'Big Mama'

Phaseoluslunatus

Family
Papilionaceae (pa-pil-ee-uh-NAY-see-ee)
Genus
Phaseolus (FAZ-ee-oh-lus)
Species
lunatus (loo-NAY-tus)
Synonym
Spacing
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Sun Exposure
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Other Details
Propagation Methods
N/A
Seed Collecting
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
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Camanche, Iowa

Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Gardener's Notes:

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Minneapolis, MN (Zone 4b) | September 2014 | positive

I had never grown lima beans, and my husband wasn't enthusiastic about eating them, but the description of these sounded so good that I t...Read More

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | December 2007 | neutral

A giant lima, with large vines,and 8 inch pods. Pale green beans which dry to white are the size of a teaspoon.

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