Christmas Pole Lima · Lima Bean
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Direct Sow |
| Last Frost | May 19th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | May 19th |
| Harvest Begins | Aug 17th |
| Harvest Ends | Sep 21st |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 60°F
and nights stay above 55°F
before moving outdoors.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 90 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Vine |
| Support Needed | Trellis |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 60 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 55 |
| Harden Off (days) | Not Required |
Expert Note: Soak seeds overnight and keep soil evenly moist until emergence; harvest pods young for tender “buttery” beans or allow them to dry for shell beans.