Zolfino

Family: Fabaceae Legume

Planting Schedule

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Breathe in the warm, earthy fragrance of Zolfino as the pods mature—then look forward to beans that dry down to a beautifully uniform, creamy-beige seed with a gentle, nutty depth.

When rehydrated, Zolfino’s texture turns tender and cohesive, holding its shape with a satisfying bite that’s prized for hearty pantry staples. Grow Zolfino for dependable, garden-friendly production and the kind of flavor that makes every spoonful feel quietly luxurious.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Bush

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Zolfino 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 23rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 13th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 13th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Aug 17th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 13th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Aug 11th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Aug 6th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Aug 2nd – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jul 30th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jul 24th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jul 19th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jul 9th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	Jun 30th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Jun 21st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	Jun 4th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	May 10th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	90
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Bush
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Zolfino dries to a creamy-beige seed and rehydrates into beans that stay intact—no mushy breakup—so they earn their keep in slow, aromatic simmering. When you want that nutty, earthy warmth with a spoonable, cohesive bite, this is the bean that holds the line.

Best Uses

long-simmered bean stews and braises
creamy, velvety bean purées that stay thick (not watery)
hearty salads with warm beans and a vinaigrette
pantry rehydrated beans for quick bowl meals

Flavor Profile

warm, earthy aroma gentle nutty depth tender-but-holding shape with a cohesive bite

Kitchen Pairings

onion garlic smoked pork tomato bay leaf olive oil

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease problem most commonly affects Phaseolus vulgaris (bean) and how can I prevent it?

Bean rust and angular leaf spot are common on runner/green beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), especially with warm, humid weather and wet foliage. Water at the soil line, improve airflow with proper spacing, and remove infected leaves early; if conditions stay humid, use a labeled copper fungicide as soon as you see first symptoms to slow spread.

How often should I water Phaseolus vulgaris during the main growing phase?

During flowering and pod fill (about weeks 5–12), keep soil consistently evenly moist—about 1 inch per week total, adjusted for heat and rainfall. Water deeply 1–2 times per week rather than frequent light sprinkles, and stop if the top few inches stay wet to avoid root issues and disease.

How do I know when to harvest Zolfino bean pods (Phaseolus vulgaris) after planting?

Harvest when pods are fully formed but still tender—typically around 75–90 days—before seeds become hard and starchy. Pick pods frequently (every 2–3 days) so the plant keeps producing; if you can press a pod and it dents easily, it’s ready.