Phaseolus lunatus 'Burpee's Improved'
Lima Bean
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Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus 'Burpee's Improved') - Description
Bush varieties mature earlier than pole limas and don't need support. 2 oz. of seed per packet, which will sow a 15' row; one lb., 120'. Burpee's Improved Bush Lima. Easy to shell. Clusters of 5 or 6 pods, 5-1/2" long and slightly curved, each containing 4 or 5 large, flat, oval beans. Burpee Bred. Sun.
Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus 'Burpee's Improved') - Growth
Needs full sun. Beans love the heat and are frost sensitive.
Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus 'Burpee's Improved') - Planting
Soak the newly potted bean seed once and then not water again until the bean germinates. This will prevent the seed from rotting.
Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus 'Burpee's Improved') - Pest
Pests include aphids, spider mites, whiteflies and cucumber beetles.
Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus 'Burpee's Improved') - Soil and irrigation
Needs regular water when the plants are actively growing.
