Bean, Black Turtle
Product Description: (Phaseolus vulgaris) Black Turtle — better known as the common black bean or frijoles negros — originated in South America and was introduced to the United States in the late 1700s. However, it wasn’t until the mid-1800s that this variety gained much of its popularity. The black color that gives this bean its name is actually an exceptionally dark shade of purple created by the same natural pigment found in blueberries, grapes, and red cabbage. Its dense, meaty texture also makes Black Turtle a well-suited variety for vegetarian cuisine. We have found this variety to be incredibly resilient, hassle-free, and high-yielding. Bush habit. Open-pollinated. 100 seeds per packet.
Growing Information: After all danger of frost has passed, direct sow seeds every 3-4 inches in rows spaced 2 feet apart. Avoid handling the plants in wet conditions to prevent the spread of fungal pathogens. At the end of the growing season, allow the entire plant to die back and dry until the bean pods are brown and brittle. Once dry, harvest the pods and crack them open. Sort out any beans that are damaged or showing signs of rot, then store your harvest in a glass jar or other airtight container until use. 95 days to maturity.
Seed Saving: Saving dry bean seeds is incredibly simple in the sense that your final product is the seeds! No additional effort is required. Simply store your beans in a cool, dry location until you are ready to plant them.
Germination Rate: 98%
Product Description: (Phaseolus vulgaris) Black Turtle — better known as the common black bean or frijoles negros — originated in South America and was introduced to the United States in the late 1700s. However, it wasn’t until the mid-1800s that this variety gained much of its popularity. The black color that gives this bean its name is actually an exceptionally dark shade of purple created by the same natural pigment found in blueberries, grapes, and red cabbage. Its dense, meaty texture also makes Black Turtle a well-suited variety for vegetarian cuisine. We have found this variety to be incredibly resilient, hassle-free, and high-yielding. Bush habit. Open-pollinated. 100 seeds per packet.
Growing Information: After all danger of frost has passed, direct sow seeds every 3-4 inches in rows spaced 2 feet apart. Avoid handling the plants in wet conditions to prevent the spread of fungal pathogens. At the end of the growing season, allow the entire plant to die back and dry until the bean pods are brown and brittle. Once dry, harvest the pods and crack them open. Sort out any beans that are damaged or showing signs of rot, then store your harvest in a glass jar or other airtight container until use. 95 days to maturity.
Seed Saving: Saving dry bean seeds is incredibly simple in the sense that your final product is the seeds! No additional effort is required. Simply store your beans in a cool, dry location until you are ready to plant them.
Germination Rate: 98%
Product Description: (Phaseolus vulgaris) Black Turtle — better known as the common black bean or frijoles negros — originated in South America and was introduced to the United States in the late 1700s. However, it wasn’t until the mid-1800s that this variety gained much of its popularity. The black color that gives this bean its name is actually an exceptionally dark shade of purple created by the same natural pigment found in blueberries, grapes, and red cabbage. Its dense, meaty texture also makes Black Turtle a well-suited variety for vegetarian cuisine. We have found this variety to be incredibly resilient, hassle-free, and high-yielding. Bush habit. Open-pollinated. 100 seeds per packet.
Growing Information: After all danger of frost has passed, direct sow seeds every 3-4 inches in rows spaced 2 feet apart. Avoid handling the plants in wet conditions to prevent the spread of fungal pathogens. At the end of the growing season, allow the entire plant to die back and dry until the bean pods are brown and brittle. Once dry, harvest the pods and crack them open. Sort out any beans that are damaged or showing signs of rot, then store your harvest in a glass jar or other airtight container until use. 95 days to maturity.
Seed Saving: Saving dry bean seeds is incredibly simple in the sense that your final product is the seeds! No additional effort is required. Simply store your beans in a cool, dry location until you are ready to plant them.
Germination Rate: 98%
