Heirloom Tepary Bean Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Heirloom Tepary Bean Seeds produce traditional legume plants belonging to Phaseolus acutifolius, historically grown in arid and semi arid regions. These beans are well known for their ability to thrive in hot climates with minimal water requirements. The plants typically grow as compact bush forms or light climbing vines depending on conditions and variety. They produce slender pods containing small edible beans. This crop is commonly grown in dryland gardens, sustainable agriculture systems, and warm climate regions where drought tolerance is important. It performs best in full sun and well drained soil.

Features

• Traditional legume adapted to hot and dry environments
• Produces small edible beans in slender pods
• Suitable for low water and dryland gardening systems
• Grows as bush or light climbing plant
• Performs well in warm, sunny climates

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Phaseolus acutifolius
• Common Name: Tepary Bean
• Seed Type / Variety: Heirloom drought tolerant legume
• Growth Habit: Annual bush or climbing legume
• USDA Zones: 7 to 11
• Planting Season: Late spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Summer to early fall
• Sowing Season: May to July
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7 to 14 days in warm soil above 20°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate, highly drought tolerant after establishment
• Mature Plant Size: Height 30 to 150 cm depending on growth habit
• Plant Spacing: 10 to 20 cm apart