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Christmas Lima Bean · Lima Bean

Zone 6b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Christmas Lima Bean to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostApr 25th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 25th
Harvest BeginsJul 24th
Harvest EndsOct 16th

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.