Hopi Black
Phaseolus vulgaris
HOW TO GROW BEAN
Direct sow after last frost when soil tempt is about 70˚F. Beans are sensitive to cool soil and will rot if soil temps are below 55˚F. Sow bush snap beans every 2-3 weeks until mid summer for a continued harvest. Sow pole beans from late spring to very early summer. Sow pole beans 3 seeds per hole, 8” between hole and trellis rows 4’ spacing. Thin to 6-8” apart. Beans are susceptible to numerous diseases, avoid wetting foliage, remove plants at the end of the year, practice 4 year crop rotation. Save each year’s seeds in separate containers. Crossing is not apparent until the next generations. Soil pH 6-6.8. Hardiness zones 5-13. Annual.
Days from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 30-65 seeds per ounce. Average 116M (bush) 46M (pole) seeds per acre. Federal germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 4 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 1/2 mile.
Planting Depth 1-2”
Soil Temp. Germ. 70-95˚F
Days to Germ. 3-7
Plant Spacing 2-3”
Row Spacing 18-36”
Days To Maturity 90
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
Days from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 30-65 seeds per ounce. Average 116M (bush) 46M (pole) seeds per acre. Federal germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 4 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 1/2 mile.
Planting Depth 1-2”
Soil Temp. Germ. 70-95˚F
Days to Germ. 3-7
Plant Spacing 2-3”
Row Spacing 18-36”
Days To Maturity 90
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
Hopi Black Seed Count
.25 Pound ≈ 499 seeds
- 50 Seeds$4.10
- 1/4 Pound$12.50
This ancient variety has been grown for food and dye by the Hopi people of the Southwest for centuries. The tasty beans are excellent for refried beans, chili or soups. The plant has a vining habit, stunning appearance, and is high in protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. The compact plants are drought resistant an...
This ancient variety has been grown for food and dye by the Hopi people of the Southwest for centuries. The tasty beans are excellent for refried beans, chili or soups. The plant has a vining habit, stunning appearance, and is high in protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. The compact plants are drought resistant and and are an excellent variety for short season areas. Tags: Type: Bush, Harvest: Early, Color: Black, Specialty: Drought Tolerant, Heritage: Heirloom, Season: Summer
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