Burpee 18 gm Fordhook 242 Lima Bean Bush, Annual Vegetable, Full Sun
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| Management number | 240424128 | Release Date | 2026/07/16 | List Price | US$0.78 | Model Number | 240424128 | ||
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Fordhook 242 Lima Bean Bush is an all-American selections winner. This Burpee bred bean is heat-resistant & thrives in adverse conditions. The heavy yields of 4" Pods with 3-D large beans each are excellent for freezing. Proven tops for productivity, flavor & wide adaptability. Bush varieties mature earlier than pole limas & don't need support. A 4 oz. Seed packet will sow a 30' row. Best to direct sow after last frost. Grows best in full sun for six plus hours a day. The annual vegetable will reach a mature height of 20 inches. 242 Lima Bean has a matured spread of 10 inches
- Heat-resistant plants thrive in adverse conditions
- Sow outdoors 4 weeks after the average last frost date and harvest in 65 days
- Plant Height is 15". plant spread is 10". yields 4" pods
- Annual for all growing zones from 1-11. Sunlight exposure = full-sun
| Plant name | Burpee; Lima Bean; Fordhook 242; Vegetable; Annual |
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| Plant category | Vegetables |
| Light needs | Full Sun |
| Usda hardiness zone | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Plant lifecycle | Annual |
| Watering frequency | Daily |
| Plant features | Drought-Tolerant, Durable, Easy Care, Easy to Grow, Edible |
| Mature plant height | 15 in |
| Human food producing seeds, plants & trees | Y |
| Brand | Burpee |
| Count | 1 |
| Product net content uom | Each |
| Product net content parent | 1 Each |
| Landscape use | Bedding |
| Rec location | Outdoor |
| Color type | Green |
| Foliage pattern | Solid |
| Has written warranty | No |
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