Marrowfat Beans
HopeSeeds
Hope Seeds & Perennials (HSP) is based in the well-kept secret of Knowlesville, NB. Many of their seeds have been traced back to seed catalogues from the late 1800’s. Their seeds are all open-pollinated and they encourage you to save seeds for next year and share with friends.
Planting Instructions
The Marrowfat Bean is an heirloom bean originating in the 18th century, but perhaps earlier. This particular strain has been grown and maintained by the Gilmore family of Keswick Ridge, NB for many years. Plants yield lots of flattened green pods that are sweet and tender when young. Pods eventually produce large, white rounded seeds which can be used as a dried bean.
The general rule of thumb is to plant beans in warm soil (earliest we can get them in is about a week and a half before last Spring frost), and only pre-soak if you know there will be moist weather/soil for a few days. Beans should be planted approximately 3-6" apart.
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