Burpee Improved Bush Lima Bean
Growing Burpee Improved Bush Lima Bean
‘Burpee Improved’ Bush Lima Bean is a compact, vigorous variety known for dependable yields, large pods, and rich, buttery flavor. The self-supporting plants produce heavy crops of broad, 4–5 inch pods filled with tender, pale green lima beans.
Sow ‘Burpee Improved’ directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Because the plants grow in a bush habit, they do not require staking or trellising, making them an easy fit for garden rows, raised beds, and smaller growing spaces.
Harvest the pods once they are plump and well filled, but before the beans become overly mature. Regular harvesting helps keep the crop coming and provides the best texture and flavor.
‘Burpee Improved’ Lima Beans are excellent for fresh cooking and can also be frozen or canned for later use. Their tender texture and full flavor make them a dependable choice for gardeners looking for a productive, easy-to-grow lima bean.
- Days to Maturity: 75
- Sow Method: Direct Sow
- Sow Depth: 1 Inch
- Spacing: 2 Inches
- Sun Exposure: Full Sun
- Plant Height: 18-24 Inches
- Spread: 12-18 Inches
- Pod Size: 4-5 Inches
- Pod Color: Pale Green
- Bean Type: Lima Bean
- Growth Habit: Bush
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Seed Color: Light Green/Cream
Catalog Page: 27
Direct Sow
1 Inch
18-24 Inches
Phaseolus lunatus