Description
Black Bean Seeds, also known as Frijoles Negros, grow Phaseolus vulgaris bush plants for glossy dark purple-black dry beans. This compact, no-trellis bean is a practical warm-season crop for raised beds, kitchen gardens, and pantry-focused edible rows.
Why Grow It
- Bush type habit produces without a trellis.
- Glossy black dry beans are useful for soups, stews, rice dishes, and pantry cooking.
- Dark seed coats give the beans their classic black bean appearance.
- Warm-season crop is straightforward to direct sow after frost when soil is warm.
Growing Information
| Botanical name | Phaseolus vulgaris |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Warm-season annual bush bean |
| Mature height | About 18-24 in. tall |
| Light | Full sun |
| Bloom or harvest window | Harvest dry beans in about 90 days |
| Seed count | 20 seeds |
| Sowing advice | Direct sow after frost danger when soil is warm, ideally 70-85 F. Soak seed overnight before planting if you want faster sprouting, then plant about 1 in. deep and keep evenly moist. |
| Spacing | Space plants 4-6 in. apart in rows 18-24 in. apart |
| Germination | Usually 5-10 days in warm, evenly moist soil |
Best For
- dry black bean harvests
- raised beds and kitchen gardens
- small-space bush bean rows
- Frijoles Negros, soups, and rice dishes
- pantry-focused edible gardens
Packet Details
Includes 20 Phaseolus vulgaris seeds. Store seeds cool, dry, and dark until sowing. Cook dry beans thoroughly before eating.
FAQ
Is this a bush bean?
Yes. This black bean is a bush type and does not require a trellis.
When should I plant black beans?
Direct sow after frost when soil has warmed. The ideal planting temperature range is about 70-85 F.
Can I soak the seeds?
Yes. Soaking overnight before planting can help speed sprouting in warm, evenly moist soil.
How long until harvest?
Plan on about 90 days for dry beans, with timing influenced by temperature, moisture, and local season length.
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