Beans

Cherokee Wax Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)

A 1948 All-American Selections winner, this pretty heirloom promises a plentiful crop of tender yellow pods. Enjoy the whole harvest fresh or set some aside to get the most out of this multi-purpose plant, which also produces beautiful black shelling...

Contender Bush Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)

Introduced in the mid-20th century, this all-purpose heirloom will give you a huge crop of tasty, tender green pods. The versatile Contender produces early and performs well in both hot and cool growing conditions. 40 seeds minimum Germination: 7-10...

Contender Bush Bean - Bulk (Phaseolus vulgaris)

Introduced in the mid-20th century, this all-purpose heirloom will give you a huge crop of tasty, tender green pods. The versatile Contender produces early and performs well in both hot and cool growing conditions. 160 seeds minimum Germination: 7-10...

Early Thorogreen Bean (Phaseolus lunatus)

An outstanding choice for northern gardeners! Early Thorogreen is a baby lima variety that matures quickly on 18” dwarf plants. Smaller beans are tender and full of flavor, delicious fresh or dried. Prolific and easy to grow. Minimum 30+...

Edamame Soybean (Glycine max)

Edamame is a high-yield soybean known for its large pods and early harvest. Loved for its nutty, buttery flavor and loaded with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. Cook pods quickly for a classic snack or use beans in a variety of recipes, from...

Flageolet Bush Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)

This heirloom French bean is prized for use in cassoulet. Called the caviar of beans, it is known for its delicate flavor and texture. It produces small, pale green beans. 40 seeds minimum Germination: 4-10 days Maturity: 95...

Fordhook Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus)

This award-winning variety is an early, fast-growing pole bean and a great choice for northern gardeners. Expect a big yield of huge, flavorful beans from hardy plants that reach 18” tall. Trellising is required. 30 seeds minimum Germination:...

French Green Lentil (Lens culinaris)

Decked out in dark green mottling, this French heirloom promises both beauty and taste. Known for its slightly mineral flavor, these lentils retain their shape when cooked and are slightly faster to prepare than other varieties. 120 seeds...

Golden Sunshine Runner Bean (Phaseolus coccineus)

Bright yellowy-green foliage, scarlet blooms, and delectable pods! This vigorous grower brings a big burst of color to your midsummer garden while attracting scads of hummingbirds and bees. Bean pods are long and tender, best harvested when young. Great...

Golden Wax Bush Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)

These pale yellow beans pop against their green foliage, making for an easy harvest! Tender and crisp, Golden Wax grows an abundant crop of stringless, 5” long pods. Perfect for canning or freezing. 40 seeds minimum Germination: 7-10...

Good Mother Stallard Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)

  These mottled, maroon-and-white beauties are a feast for the eyes as well as the table! A highly productive pole variety, Good Mother Stallards keep their color when cooked and taste rich and nutty in salads or stews. 40 seeds...

Henderson’s Butter Bean (Phaseolus lunatus)

This early, prolific and drought-resistant baby lima produces small white seeds nestled in light green pods. Introduced in 1889 by Peter Henderson & Company of New York, its creamy beans are perfect for canning or freezing. 40 seeds...

Hidatsa Shield Figure Bean (Phaseolus lunatus)

Pale cream with a gold saddle, these pole beans are both distinctive and delicious. They get their name from the Hidatsa people of the Missouri River Valley in North Dakota where this heirloom was traditionally planted alongside corn and squash. 40...

Jacob’s Cattle Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)

Named for the spotted cows in the biblical story, this beautiful merlot-mottled bean was originally cultivated by the Passamaquoddy, an indigenous tribe in Maine. It’s now a go-to for northeastern baked beans as it grows well in cool summer...

Jade Bush Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)

Fast to mature and easy to grow! Jade’s sturdy, upright plants are remarkably disease resistant making this robust variety a favorite for home gardeners and market growers alike. Expect a hefty crop of consistently straight, stringless 6-7”...