TomorrowSeeds - Fordhook 242 Lima Bean Seeds - 60+ Count - For 2025 Planting AAS Winner Large Pods

Fordhook 242 Lima Beans are an All-America Selections winner, producing massive yields of light-green 4-5 inch pods, each packed with 3-5 large beans. an This outstanding variety known for their smooth texture, rich flavor, and impressive productivity. These beans grow in vigorous plants that produce large, creamy white beans with a slightly nutty taste and buttery texture that are perfect for adding to soups, stews, casseroles, or enjoying as a standalone side dish. Perfect for both beginner and experienced gardeners, this variety thrives in warm conditions and offers a generous harvest that can be enjoyed fresh, frozen, or dried.The plant itself is easy to grow and well-suited for a variety of garden types, from small backyard spaces to larger vegetable plots. Fordhook 242 Lima Beans are not only a tasty addition to your meals but also an incredibly productive crop, giving you an abundance of beans to preserve for later use.

Also Known As: Fordhook Lima Beans, 242 Lima Beans, Fordhook Beans, Large Lima Beans, Butter Beans, Green Butter Beans, Pole Lima Beans, Bush Lima Beans, Winter Lima Beans, Southern Lima Beans.

Plant Name: Lima Beans, Fordhook 242
Latin Name: Phaseolus lunatus
Days to Germinate: 7-14
Days to Harvest: 75
Plant Height: 1 - 2 Feet
Spread: 10 - 20 Inches
Growth Habit: Bush
USDA Zones: 3-11
Lifespan: Annual
Brand: TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
GMO: No
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: No
Seeds Packed For**: 2025
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.