Beans

75 days. Vicia faba. Open Pollinated. Aquadulce Fava Bean. The plant produces good yields of large, 9" long, glossy green beans. It is a popular heirloom variety of fava bean prized for its cold hardiness, productivity, and excellent flavor. The pods contain 7 to 8 large seeds, which are used fresh, dried, or frozen. Seeds must be planted early in cool conditions. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 469125. An heirloom variety from the United Kingdom.

75 days. Vicia faba. Open Pollinated. Broad Windsor Fava Bean. The plant produces good yields of very large beans. The pods contain large beans (as large as a quarter), which are used fresh or dried. Excellent freezing variety! Plants require cool conditions and are not heat tolerant. Cold Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens. An 1800s heirloom variety from England. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 2375. A variety from the United Kingdom.

75 days. Vigna unguiculata. Open Pollinated. California Blackeye No 5 Cowpeas. The plant produces heavy yields of 6 to 8" long pods. It is one of the most popular and widely grown varieties of cowpeas. The vines are upright and semi-spreading. One of the most dominant favorite varieties of all Southern peas. Used fresh or dried. Cream colored cowpeas with a black dot. Great fresh or dried. Cold Tolerant. Drought Resistant. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer’s Markets, market growers, open production, and commercial production. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 663013. A variety from Georgia, USA. Disease Resistant: FW, N.

85 days. Phaseolus vulgaris. Open Pollinated. Cannellini Bean. This bush plant produces high yields of 8" long beans. It has a delicious, smooth meaty texture and nutty flavor. It is commonly used as a dry bean. This high quality white bean is great for baking and making minestrone soup, stews, salads, and gourmet dishes. Also known as Fagioli Beans or White Kidney Beans. It does well in cooler weather. Excellent choice for home gardens, farmer’s markets, market growers, open production, and commercial production. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 321272. An heirloom variety from Italy that was brought to America in the early 1800s. Disease Resistant: BCMV, BCTV.

60 days. Vigna unguiculata. Open Pollinated. Mississippi Pinkeye 2 Cowpeas. This bush plant produces high yields of reddish-purple pods. Very delicious, large brown peas. The pods turn from green to purple. This variety has fewer vines and more pods over the plant. Very easy to shell pods. This is an improved Mississippi Pinkeye Purple Hull Cowpea with stronger germination and better seedling survival. Cold Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 663149. A variety from Mississippi, USA. Disease Resistant: FW, N.

85 days. Vigna sesquipedalis. Open Pollinated. Orient Wonder Bean. The plant produces high yields of flavorful 18" long slender dark green beans. They can even grow as long as 30" long. These delicious stringless beans are among Asians’ favorites for their sweet, tender taste. Excellent for stir fry and Asian dishes. They are so highly desired by Asian cooks as they are slow to form seeds. The plant has beautiful purple flowers that open in the morning. They continue producing for a long period, even in cool, dry climates. Does well in different climates and conditions. Cold Tolerant. Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant. High Humidity Tolerant. It should be grown on a trellis. It is also known as Asparagus Beans, Batong Beans, Chinese Noodle Beans, Dau Gok Beans, Sitaw Beans, Snake Beans, and Yard Long Beans. Suitable for greenhouse production. An excellent choice for home gardens, specialty markets, and market growers. A variety from Japan.

55 days. Phaseolus vulgaris. Open Pollinated. Petite Filet French Bean. This early-maturing, semi-bush-type, compact plant produces heavy yields of 4" long by ½" wide, deep green beans. It is a popular gourmet bush bean variety prized in high-end restaurants for its delicate flavor and crisp texture. The seeds inside develop slowly, keeping the pods tender longer. These classic French beans have stringless pods, and their seeds develop slowly. One of the best-tasting and most popular French beans in Europe. They are a classic in French cuisine that are excellent for steaming, sautéing, or eating fresh. Also known as Haricot Vert Bean or French Filet Bean. This bush plant makes it easy to pick. It does well in hot and cold growing conditions. Cold Tolerant. Heat Tolerant. Excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 474218. A variety from France. Disease Resistance: A, BCMV.

50 days. Phaseolus vulgaris. Open Pollinated. Provider Bean. This early maturing compact bush plant produces good yields of quality 5 ½" long stringless green beans. This dependable early variety can germinate in cool soil and does well in adverse weather. Retains flavor after pickling. Good freezing variety. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 549841. A variety from the USA. Disease Resistant: BCMV.

53 days. Phaseolus vulgaris. Open Pollinated. Rocdor Bean. This early maturing bush plant produces excellent yields of 6 ½" long, deep yellow beans. It is a popular yellow wax bush bean variety prized for its early maturity, high productivity, excellent flavor, and attractive, glossy golden-yellow pods. Excellent freezing variety. It is one of the best varieties of Yellow Wax beans on the market. The seeds germinate well in cool soil. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA. Disease Resistant: A, BCMV.

51 days. Phaseolus vulgaris. Open Pollinated. Royalty Purple Pod Bean. This early-maturing bush plant produces good yields of flavorful, stringless, bright purple pod beans. It is a popular heirloom bush bean variety known for its striking deep purple pods, foliage, and flowers. They are tender, crisp, and flavorful with a rich, slightly sweet taste when picked young. The beans turn green when cooked. Excellent fresh, frozen, or canned. It was introduced in 1957 by E.M. Meader at the University of New Hampshire. Resistant to Mexican bean beetles and performs well in a wide range of climates and soils. Seeds germinate well in cold, wet soil. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 4549644. An heirloom variety from the USA.

62 days. Phaseolus vulgaris. Open Pollinated. Taylor Dwarf Horticultural Bean. This bush plant produces high yields of 5" long light green beans. It is a popular heirloom bush bean variety dating back to before 1800. The pods are thick and flat, and the seeds are thick and oval. It is most commonly used as a green shell bean. It does well in cool regions. Also known as Taylor Horticultural Bean. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 549565. An heirloom variety from the USA.

75 days. Glycine max. Open Pollinated. Envy Soybeans. This early maturing plant produces good yields of flavorful, bright green beans. It is a popular early-maturing soybean variety, especially valued for edamame production in short-season or cooler climates. Great fresh shelling, dried beans, and also suitable for salads and dips. It was developed by Professor Meader at the University of New Hampshire. Cold Tolerant. Excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 567179. A variety from the USA.