Gadra

Family: Fabaceae Legume

Planting Schedule

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Gadra dry beans arrive with a rich, earthy aroma and a satisfyingly firm bite once cooked—each seed holds its shape beautifully while delivering a deep, savory flavor.

Expect a smooth, creamy interior when rehydrated, with a clean, uniform texture that’s ideal for hearty potfuls and slow-simmered favorites. Grow Gadra for dependable performance and a pantry staple you’ll reach for again and again.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 85 DaysHabit: Bush

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Gadra Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Aug 18th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 8th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 8th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Aug 12th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 8th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Aug 6th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Aug 1st – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Jul 28th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jul 25th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jul 19th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jul 14th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jul 4th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	Jun 25th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Jun 16th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	May 30th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	May 5th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 25th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	85
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Bush
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	60
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Gadra’s standout is its seed integrity: it stays stubbornly whole while the interior turns creamy, so stews don’t turn grainy or mushy. It’s built for long, slow heat where that deep, earthy flavor blooms—think spoonable comfort with clean texture all the way to the bottom of the pot.

Best Uses

slow-simmered bean soups and potages
chili-style beans where you want intact seeds
lacto-fermented or brined bean preparations
thickening base for stews and braises

Flavor Profile

earthy, savory aroma firm, shape-holding bite creamy interior when rehydrated clean, uniform texture

Kitchen Pairings

chorizo onion garlic smoked paprika bay leaf olive oil

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most commonly affects Phaseolus vulgaris (common bean) and what should I do?

Watch for bean rust or fungal leaf spots, which show up as small brown/orange spots or worsening leaf speckling during warm, humid weather. Remove infected leaves early, avoid wetting foliage when watering, and improve airflow by spacing plants so leaves dry quickly. If problems spread, treat with a copper-based fungicide labeled for beans and repeat according to the label schedule.

How often should I water Phaseolus vulgaris during the main growing phase (from flowering through pod fill)?

During flowering and pod fill, keep the top 1–2 in (2–5 cm) of soil consistently moist but not soggy—water about 1–2 times per week depending on heat and soil, with deeper watering when the surface dries. If you let the soil dry out too much, beans may drop flowers and pods will be thinner. Use a drip line or soaker hose and water at the base to prevent leaf-spot conditions.

How can I tell when Phaseolus vulgaris is ready to harvest at about 85 days?

Harvest green pods when they reach full size and snap easily (for shelling beans, wait until pods dry and rattle with the seeds inside). For dry beans, let plants finish drying on the vine or in a protected area until pods are crisp and seeds are hard. Check a few plants near day 80–85: if pods are still pliable or seeds don’t feel hard, give them a little more time.