Beans

Fava Bean Sweet Lorane, Organic $3.75 $4.00

The Living Seed Company - A small seeded fava bean with a big delicious taste. Selected by Steve Solomon for great flavor. Favas are wonderful cover crops and this one is also excellent for your culinary adventures. Has a superb flavor when eaten fresh. It is also a very good dry bean for soups, stews and the like. Very cold hardy, down to 10 degrees F. Organic Bush Bean 65-100 days 50 seeds Instructions - Plant in fall in mild climates or plant as soon as the soil is workable as its hardy down to 10 degrees F. Direct Seed 4-6" apart Planting Depth 1" Thin 6" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Fin de Bagnol Bush Bean Heirloom Open-Pollinated

Fin de Bagnol Bush Bean, Heirloom $3.75 $3.95

The Seed Exchange - This historic French string bean bears delicious, slender pods and does well in cool soil. This variety’s tiny gourmet green beans are best eaten when picked every 2 or 3 days, while still very young and before any strings develop. Bush habit, snap, 50-60 days. ± 1,1000 seeds/lb Bush bean Open-Pollinated Tolerates cool soil Snap bean 50 Seeds per pacl Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Plant 1" deep Plant Rows 36-48" apart Full sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varitities so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Forester Romano Bush Bean, Organic $3.50 $3.90

Flat, medium green pods on 21" productive, bush habit plants. Plants produce plentiful harvests of flat pods with rounded edges that are tender and smooth. Fruit set occurs high on the 21" tall bush, making for easy harvesting. This flat bean is known as a Kentucky Wonder type, which originally came out as a pole bean and was later developed into a bush bean. The pod is not as wide as the Roma II but it is thicker and juicier. White seeds. From Pure Line Seeds. Vigorous bush 5.5-6" pods Open-Pollinated 1 ounce of seeds Disease Resistance DetailsIntermediate Resistance: Halo Blight, Rust Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after 2-3 weeks of last frost as beans do like the ground to be warmer. Direct Seed 1-5" apart Planting Depth 1/2 -1" Thin 3-5" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

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German Butterbean, Lima, 1800's Heirloom $3.75 $3.95

It's here and new for 2024! The Seed Savers Exchange - Seed Savers Exchange staff gave this vigorously climbing lima bean top marks! Its sweet, moist, and juicy beans have a distinctive, buttery taste and a smooth, creamy texture. Seed Savers Exchange received this variety in 1994 from William Rastetter of Indiana, who in turn acquired it sometime before 1968 from a friend named Flossie (Canfield) Drake, also of Indiana. These lima beans were likely grown by Flossie's mother, Margaret (Mendel) Canfield, in Dearborn County, Indiana, in the late 1800s. This variety matured late when grown at SSE's Heritage Farm in northeast Iowa. Pole habitat. 60-79 days. Organic. 50 seeds per packet Instructions - Lima beans thrive in hot temperatures. Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Seeds will germinate in 7-18 days. Limas prefer full sun. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Rows Apart: 36-48" Full Sun

Gold Rush Yellow Wax Bean, Organic Seeds

Gold Rush Yellow Wax Bean, Organic $3.50

High Mowing Organic Seeds - Early variety with a concentrated harvest perfect for preserving. Lemon-yellow pods with green tips are round, straight, and tender. Fine flavor and crisp texture ideal for pickling or Lacto-fermenting. Pods hang in clusters around the main stem, making them easy to pick. White seeds. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated Concentrated harvest Holds well 4-5" pods High-disease resistance 1 oz of seeds Instructions - Beans only require average fertility and prefer pH in the 6.0 - 6.8 range. Choose well-drained, warm soils and use inoculants to increase yields where natural Rhizobia populations are low. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-95°F. Beans are particularly sensitive to cool soils and are prone to rot if temperatures are below 55°F. Harvest early and often to increase yields. Remove oversized beans to maintain pod production. Beans are ready for storage when the seed coat can not be dented by a fingernail. Store beans in a cool dry place. Sow 1-2" Deep Space 6" apart in rows; use single or double rows with 12" between, and 4' center beds with trellis in the middle Days to maturity are from direct seeding after all danger of frost has passed Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Golden Wax Bean, 1870's Heirloom, Organic $3.55 $4.00

The Living Seed Company -This wonderful heirloom bean is considered to be one of the oldest wax beans and was believed to have been introduced around the 1870's! Known for its rich buttery flavor, stringless properties and delicious taste! This steady and productive bush bean variety will keep continue to provide excellent yields! Excellent for preservation in canning, freezing and as a dry shelly bean! Organic Stringless Bush Bean 15-24" tall 50-65 days 40 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after 2-3 weeks of last frost as beans do like the ground to be warmer. Direct Seed 3-6" apart Planting Depth 1/4' Thin 6" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

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Good Mother Stallard Bean Heirloom Open-Pollinated

Good Mother Stallard Pole Bean, 1930's Heirloom $3.75 $3.95

The Seed Exchange - One of the 1,186 beans given to SSE in 1981 by bean collector John Withee of Massachusetts. Named for Carrie Belle Stallard of Wise County, Virginia. This variety dates to at least the 1930s. Maroon beans splashed with white, 5-6 seeds per pod. Wonderful rich meaty flavor, great for soups. Very productive. Pole habit, dry, 85-95 days. ±680 seeds/lb. Pole bean Maroon and white beans Open Pollinated Meaty flavor Very productive Dry bean 85-95 days 50 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest dry beans when the pods are completely mature and dry. Direct Seed 2" apart Plant 1" deep Support: Trellis, tepee, or fencing Full sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varitities so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Henderson Bush Lima Bean, 1889 Heirloom $3.45 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Dwarf Sieva) Introduced in 1889 by Peter Henderson Company of New York. A dwarf lima that is very early, hardy, productive, and disease resistant. Produces small creamy white limas for the home gardener and canner that are distinct in color and excellent in quality. Desirable and dependable in adverse conditions. Bush habit, 60-75 days. Characteristics: Bush bean Seeds are white and small Disease resistant Shelling and Dry bean 60-75 days 50 seeds per packet Instructions - Lima beans thrive in hot temperatures. Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Seeds will germinate in 7-18 days. Limas prefer full sun. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Rows Apart: 36-48" Full Sun

Hidatsa Red Bean Heirloom Open-Pollianted

Hidatsa Red Bean, 1915 Heirloom $3.75 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - Also called Hidatsa Indian Red, this variety was originally grown by the Hidatsa tribe in the Missouri River Valley of North Dakota. In 1915, it was introduced to commerce in Oscar Will’s Pioneer Indian Collection of seeds. The dark-red seeds are reminiscent of kidney beans, and the productive, sprawling bush plants will climb to 3' if given support. Bush habit, dry, 80-100 days. ±1,300 seeds/lb Bush bean Sprawling bush plants will climb to three feet if supported Dark red seeds Dry bean 50 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest snap beans frequently for increased yields. Leave some pods on the vine and harvest when completely mature for dry beans. Direct Seed 2" apart Plant 1" deep Plant Rows 36-48" apart Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Hidatsa Shield Figure Bean Heirloom Open-Pollianted

Hidatsa Shield Figure Bean, 1917 Heirloom $3.75 $4.25

From the Hidatsa tribe who raised corn, squash, beans, and sunflowers in the Missouri River Valley of North Dakota. Shield Figure beans are described in Buffalo Bird Woman’s Garden (1917). This very productive variety was boarded onto Slow Food USA’s Ark of Taste in 2005. Pole habit, dry, 90 days. ±600 seeds/lb. Pole bean White beans with tan and brown markings Open-Pollinated Very productive Dry bean 90 days 50 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest dry beans when the pods are completely mature and dry. Direct Seed 2" apart Plant 1" deep Support using Trellis, tepee, or fencing Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Ideal Market Bean Heirloom Open-Pollinated

Ideal Market Pole Snap Bean, 1914 Heirloom $3.75 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - Flawless. An early-producing, stringless pole bean with vines that bear 5"-long snap beans all along its 6'-tall vines. This variety has a fine texture and excellent taste and is suitable for eating fresh or freezing. Introduced to the seed trade in 1914 as Black Creaseback by Van Antwerp’s Seed Store of Mobile, Alabama, it was reintroduced in 1924 by Chris Reuter Seed Company of New Orleans, Louisiana, as Reuter’s Ideal Market. Pole habit, snap, 65-70 days. ±1,900 seeds/lb. Pole bean Stringless pods Open-Pollinated Excellent quality Early and productive Snap bean 65-70 days 50 Seeds per pack Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Plant 1" deep Support using Trellis, tepee, or fencing Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Jade Bush Bean, Organic $3.50 $3.90

Jade Bush Bean - Gourmet-quality long, slender, stringless green beans. Commercial yields of glossy medium green beans for fresh market sales or the garden. Large, 18-22" tall plants produce yields comparable to Provider and Strike. Pale green seeds. Heat tolerant 6-7" long pods Open-Pollinated 1 oz of seeds Disease Resistance DetailsHigh Resistance: Bean Common Mosaic VirusIntermediate Resistance: Bacterial Brown Spot, Curly Top Virus, Rust Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after 2-3 weeks of last frost as beans do like the ground to be warmer. Direct Seed 1-5" apart Planting Depth 1/2 -1" Thin 3-5" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

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Kentucky Wonder Bush Bean, 1880's Heirloom $3.75 $3.95

The Seed Exchange - An heirloom stringless bean from the 1880's, this one is resistant to rust and has the same 9" long beans the pole bean version has but yields are harvested more quickly. Bush bean Stringless 50 days 50 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest dry beans when the pods are completely mature and dry. Direct Seed: 2" Apart Seed Depth: 1" Rows Apart: 36-48" Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

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Kentucky Wonder Pole Bean, 1864 Heirloom $3.75 $3.95

Seed Exchange - This historic variety, renowned for its tenderness and great flavor, was first marketed in 1864 as Texas Pole, then renamed and introduced in 1877 as Kentucky Wonder by James J. H. Gregory & Sons. Vigorous plants yield clusters of 7-10” pods that are stringless when young. Pole habit, snap, 58-64 days Pole bean Stringless pods Great flavor Vines grow 5-7 feet Snap bean 58-64 days 50 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Rows Trellis, Support

Laughing Arlie Greasy, (Pole) Heirloom 1960's $3.45 $3.95

Will be availble December 2023. Pre-Order yours today! Seed Exchange - Pole bean, strongly climbing. Straight; constricted; uniformly bright green pods; smooth. Leaves dark green. Fully expanded pods measure 2.9-3.9 and 0.3-0.4 wide. White flowers. Mature pods contain 7 seeds. Small white cuboid shaped seed. Hard seeded. Late maturing snap beans. Moderately high productivity. Donated to SSE in 1981 by bean collector John Withee of Lynnfield, Massachusetts and the Wanigan Associates. John received this variety from Silas Gilliam of Virginia. Silas stated that he received this variety in the early 1960s from Arlie Hubbard of Virginia, who was known for laughing all the time. SSE Accession # 101499 John Withee, 1981 Excellent for fresh eating Snap bean White flowers Pole habit 65-75 days ~50 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest frequently for increased yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Trellis, Fence, or Tee-Pee Rows 36-48" apart

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Light Red Kidney Bush Bean Seeds, Dry Bean, Organic

Light Red Kidney Bush Bean, Dry Bean, Organic $3.45 $3.75

Exceptional culinary quality, with silky texture and thin skin. High Mowing Organic Seeds - Mild flavor and drier texture excellent for chili, bean salads, baked and in soups. Medium-sized plants are sturdy and widely adapted, producing well even in cool, wet climates like the Northeast. Widely-adapted Bush habit Open-Pollinated 1 oz of Seed (145 seeds on average) Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest dry beans when the pods are completely mature and dry. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Plant Rows Apart 36"-48" Firefly Farm may substitute seed vendors based on availablity.

Organic Mardi Gras Blend Bean Open Pollinated Seeds

Mardi Gras Bean Blend $3.50 $3.55

High Mowing Organic Seeds - Pre-mixed purple, yellow, and green snap beans make an eye-catching custom blend. No more hand mixing after a bean harvest our tri-color bean blend makes it easy and efficient to offer bags of colorful beans! Varieties were selected for their excellent flavor and even rates of maturity. Plant successions and harvest these beautiful, festive beans all season. Includes gold, purple and green snap beans. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated HMOs Exclusive Matures evenly 4-6" pods 55 days 1 oz approx. 145 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest dry beans when the pods are completely mature and dry. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1-2" Plant Rows Apart 36"- 48"

Mayflower Bean $3.75

The Seed Exchange - (aka Amish Knuttle) Cut short-type bean packed with small square seeds that are white speckled with rose. Prized for delicious flavor despite strings. Also excellent as a dry bean. Pole habit, snap or dry, 100 days. It is said these beans came over with the Pilgrims but it’s more likely they were gifted by Native Americans. Pole bean Square white seeds speckled with rose Delicious flavor despite strings Excellent as a dry bean Snap or dry bean 100 days Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest snap beans frequently for increased yields. Leave some pods on the vine and harvest when completely mature for dry beans. Direct Seed 2" apart Plant 1" deep Support using Trellis, tepee, or fencing Full sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability We are always adding new varieties so please check back often at Seeds - Vegetables (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Northeaster Pole Bean, Early Riser, Romano Bean, Heirloom, Organic $3.50 $3.90

Northeaster Pole Bean - Romano bean with buttery flavor and hearty texture. Northeaster is consistently one of the earliest pole beans in our trials and is well-suited to short seasons. Flattened, pale green pods on tall, vigorous vines. Quick to harvest as beans are easy to distinguish from the foliage. Re-discovered by Rob Johnston of Johnny's Selected Seeds. White seeds. These beans tend to keep producing and are named for cold winds that blow off the Atlantic Ocean. They can handle cooler weather better than most beans but still do not like frost so plant after the potential for frost is gone. Very early 7-8" flattened pods Open-Pollinated 8-10’ vines Short season bean 1 oz of seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after 2-3 weeks of last frost as beans do like the ground to be warmer. Plan to support with trellis or stakes, even though it is a bush bean, the plant likes the extra support. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Plant 36-48" apart

Painted Lady Improved Runner Bean, 1827 Heirloom Seeds

Painted Lady Improved Runner Bean, 1827 Heirloom $3.75 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - also knowns as Bicolor Runner, Painted Runner. Friar Antonio de Arrabida described this species in Flora of Rio de Janeiro in 1827. Incredibly beautiful bi-colored blossoms are very attractive to hummingbird moths. This strain is less affected by warmer temperatures than other runner beans and is a prolific bloomer. Esteemed as both an ornamental and edible climber. Pole habit, 68 days. ±450 seeds/lb. Characteristics: Bi-colored blossoms attract hummingbirds Beans are black and speckled with tan edges Esteemed as both an ornamental and edible climber Tolerates heat Pole bean 68 days ±450 seeds/lb 25 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Runner beans prefer full sun, although they tolerate part shade very well. Young pods can be eaten whole, or the beans can be eaten fresh or dried. Even the flowers are edible. Direct Seed: 2" Apart Seed Depth: 1" Rows Apart: 24-36" Support: Trellis, tepee, or netting Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

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