Lima bean 'Fordhook 242'

Phaseolus lunatus

How to grow Lima bean 'Fordhook 242'

  • Full Sun

  • High

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Fordhook 242 is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Fordhook 242 needs a soil ph of 6.6 to 7.5 (weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil).

Growing Fordhook 242 from seed

Sow 0.78 inches (2.0 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 1.95 feet (60.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 10°C / 50°F.

Transplanting Fordhook 242

Fordhook 242 is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Fordhook 242