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Pinto

Common Bean · Dry

Heirloom

Phaseolus vulgaris

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Fabaceae (Pea family) · Genus: Phaseolus

Characteristics

Color
Brown / TanMulti-Color
Flavor
EarthyMild
Growth Habit
Half-Runner
Intended Use
Fresh Shell
Maturity
Late
Texture
Creamy / Smooth

About the Plant

Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Tender
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist but Well Drained
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Origin
Mexico
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Germination
6–14 days
at 60–95 °F
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Days to Maturity
90–102 days
Plant Height
1 1/2–2 ft
Mature Spread
1 1/2–2 ft
Fruit Size
4–5 in

How to Plant

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Start Indoors
Not Recommended / Direct Sow Only
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Direct Sow (Spring)
0-2 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
14-16 Weeks Before First Frost
Planting Depth
1/2–1 1/2 in
Seed Spacing
2–6 in
Row Spacing
18–36 in
Thin To
4–6 in
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Container Friendly
Yes
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Optimal Soil Temp
60–85 °F
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Soil Temp
60–95 °F
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Air Temp
32–90 °F

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