Phaseolus lunatus

“is a genus of herbaceous to woody annual and perennial vines” — Phaseolus – LIS: Legume Information System

“begin planting them in soil about 2 weeks after the last frost” — Lima Beans or Butter Beans, Phaseolus lunatus – Cultivate to Plate

“Lima beans require a warmer temp for germination (at least 65 degrees F)” — Lima Beans or Butter Beans, Phaseolus lunatus – Cultivate to Plate

“All lima beans enjoy full sun, direct planting into the ground or garden box” — Lima Beans or Butter Beans, Phaseolus lunatus – Cultivate to Plate

from Fabaceae · “Snap beans need consistent moisture, especially during flowering and pod formation” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

from Fabaceae · “The optimal soil pH for growth is between 5.8 and 6.6” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

from Fabaceae · “Bush types are seeded 2 - 4 inches in the row” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

from Fabaceae · “Bush beans grow into compact plants about 1 to 2 feet tall” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

from Fabaceae · “Looking to get started by growing your own bean seed?” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

from Fabaceae · “Harvest when pods are tender and have reached the appropriate size for the variety” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

“beans” — Lima Beans or Butter Beans, Phaseolus lunatus – Cultivate to Plate