Bean Seeds - Black

Black bean seeds produce warm-season annual legume plants commonly grown for home and small-scale garden planting. Plants typically develop a compact to semi-bushy growth habit and are suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and larger containers. This type performs best in warm climates with full sun and well-drained soil. Black beans adapt well to a range of growing conditions when provided consistent moisture and moderate soil fertility.

Features

• Bush-type to semi-bushy growth habit

• Warm-season annual plant

• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers

• Does not require trellising in most conditions

• Adaptable to a range of well-drained soils

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Phaseolus vulgaris

• Common Name (US): Bean

• Seed Type / Variety: Black

• Growth Habit: Bush-type annual

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 10 (grown as an annual)

• Planting Season: Spring after last frost

• Sowing Season:

  • Outdoors: April to July

• Germination Time And Conditions: 7 to 10 days; soil temperature 65 to 85 F

• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil with moderate fertility

• Watering Needs: Regular watering; even moisture without waterlogging

• Mature Plant Size: 12 to 24 inches tall, 12 to 18 inches spread

• Plant Spacing: 4 to 6 inches apart