Henderson's Brown Resistant Bush Lima Bean

$4.00

First introduced in 1888 by Peter Henderson & Co., this historic lima bean has stood the test of time, and for good reason. Described by Henderson as “A VEGETABLE WONDER!!!” and worthy of $100 for the most productive plant, this compact bush variety remains a favorite in gardens today. Grown just like regular bush beans, the plants are prolific and space-saving, producing tender, flavorful beans that can be enjoyed fresh or dried. A truly distinct heirloom, it’s as valuable now as it was over a century ago.

  • 70 days to maturity

  • 8-12 hours of sun

  • Sprouts in 5-8 days

  • Ideal Temperature: 70-90 F

  • Seed Depth: 1-1 1/2"

  • Plant Spacing: 6"

  • Frost Hardy: No

First introduced in 1888 by Peter Henderson & Co., this historic lima bean has stood the test of time, and for good reason. Described by Henderson as “A VEGETABLE WONDER!!!” and worthy of $100 for the most productive plant, this compact bush variety remains a favorite in gardens today. Grown just like regular bush beans, the plants are prolific and space-saving, producing tender, flavorful beans that can be enjoyed fresh or dried. A truly distinct heirloom, it’s as valuable now as it was over a century ago.

  • 70 days to maturity

  • 8-12 hours of sun

  • Sprouts in 5-8 days

  • Ideal Temperature: 70-90 F

  • Seed Depth: 1-1 1/2"

  • Plant Spacing: 6"

  • Frost Hardy: No

Originally grown in Hendricks County, these plants thrive without any chemical intervention. Locally saved seeds adapt better to our soil, climate, and moisture levels than seeds sourced from distant environments, ensuring stronger, more resilient plants.

All of the seeds we grow and sell come from heirloom varieties that are open-pollinated and completely non-GMO. Our seed-saving process is done entirely by hand, without the use of machines, so you may find bits of plant material and chaff mixed in.

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