Tepary Bean 'Sonoran Golden'

Phaseolusacutifolius

Family
Papilionaceae (pa-pil-ee-uh-NAY-see-ee)
Genus
Phaseolus (FAZ-ee-oh-lus)
Species
acutifolius (a-kew-ti-FOH-lee-us)
Synonym
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Sun Exposure
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Other Details
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Soil pH requirements
Seed Type
Growth Habit
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Days to Maturity
Foliage Color
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Benton, Kentucky

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Benton, KY (Zone 7a) | April 2004 | neutral

I've not had enough of a harvest to determine if this is a good cultivar for West KY. They do not like wet feet and I have lost portions ...Read More

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