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Bean ‘Delgado’

Phaseolus vulgaris

10 pods per packet – available to PSW members – limit of 2 packets of this variety

  • only
  • also known as “Mexican black bean”
  • annual climber to 2 metres, needs support
  • most often grown for dried beans
  • young pods can be eaten fresh

NOTE: If the price is reduced, the seed has passed its best-by date.
Best-by date, germination rates, and growing information are in “Additional Information”.

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Description

Bean ‘Delgado’ is also known as “Black Mexican” bean. It is an annual climber to 2 metres, will need support. It produces green pods over a long period. Most often grown for dried beans; however the young pods can be eaten fresh. The black seeds can be used as a natural dye.

Additional information

Best By

Dec-20

germination rate - current stock

not tested

Packet Quantity

8 seeds

Lifecycle

annual

Sowing Months

September; October; November; December; January

Method

direct sow

Depth to Sow

15mm

Germination

7-10 days

Distance Apart

10cm

Harvest

60 days