‘Burpee Improved’ is a productive bush lima bean known for its dependable yields, large pods, and rich, buttery flavor. Compact, vigorous plants produce heavy crops of broad, pale green pods measuring about 4 to 5 inches long and filled with tender, light green to cream-colored beans. Its self-supporting bush habit makes it an easy choice for garden rows, raised beds, and smaller spaces.

Sow ‘Burpee Improved’ directly in the garden about 1 inch deep after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Space plants about 2 inches apart and grow in full sun. Plants typically reach 18 to 24 inches tall with a spread of about 12 to 18 inches and do not require staking or trellising.

Ready to harvest in about 75 days, pick the pods once they are plump and well filled but before the beans become overly mature. Regular harvesting helps maintain the best texture and flavor.

Tender, buttery, and versatile, ‘Burpee Improved’ is excellent for fresh cooking, freezing, and canning.

• Days to Maturity: 75
• Sow Method: Direct Sow
• Sow Depth: 1 Inch
• Spacing: 2 Inches
• Sun Exposure: Full Sun
• Plant Height: 18-24 Inches
• Spread: 12-18 Inches
• Pod Size: 4-5 Inches
• Pod Color: Pale Green
• Bean Type: Lima Bean
• Growth Habit: Bush
• Seed Color: Light Green/Cream
  

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