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Christmas Lima Bean · Lima Bean

Zone 11b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Christmas Lima Bean to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostJan 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJan 1st
Harvest BeginsApr 1st
Harvest EndsDec 31st

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBush
Support NeededTrellis
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: For best flavor, keep the soil consistently moist until plants establish, then water moderately and harvest pods when seeds are fully developed for dry-bake/ soup beans.