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Fordhook 242 Bush Lima Bean Seeds
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Fordhook 242 Bush Lima Bean

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Quick Facts
Days to Maturity75 days
SunlightFull Sun
Spacing2 Inches
Germination7–10 days
Growing Information

Growing Fordhook 242 Bush Lima Bean

‘Fordhook 242,’ also known as ‘Potato Lima,’ is a productive bush lima bean and 1945 All-America Selections Winner prized for its large seeds, heavy yields, and rich, buttery flavor. Compact plants produce clusters of long pods close to the foliage, making the developing beans easy to spot and harvest.

Sow ‘Fordhook 242’ directly in the garden about 1 inch deep after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Space plants about 2 inches apart and grow in full sun. Plants typically reach about 18 inches tall and grow in a sturdy bush habit, so no trellising is required.

Ready to harvest in about 75 days, begin picking the 3- to 4-inch pods once the beans inside are plump, well developed, and still tender. Regular harvesting helps maintain the best texture and encourages continued production.

Sweet, buttery, and tender, ‘Fordhook 242’ is excellent for fresh cooking and freezing.

  • Days to Maturity: 75
  • Sow Method: Direct Sow
  • Sow Depth: 1 Inch
  • Spacing: 2 Inches
  • Sun: Full Sun
  • Height: 18 inches
  • Fruit Size: 3 - 4 Inches
  • Bush
Catalog Page: 27
How to start

Direct Sow

Sowing depth

1 Inch

Plant height

18 inches

Botanical name

Phaseolus lunatus

Questions

FAQ

How should I start these seeds?
Recommended sow method: Direct Sow.
How deep should I sow the seeds?
Sow at a depth of 1 Inch.
How long until they germinate?
Typical germination: 7–10 days.
How far apart should I space them?
Recommended spacing: 2 Inches.
How much sun do they need?
Recommended sun exposure: Full Sun.
What’s your germination guarantee?
We stand behind the germination quality of our seed. If you have a germination issue, contact our team and we'll help make it right.
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