Tiger Eye

Phaseolus vulgaris

A beautiful mustard-coloured bean with dark maroon markings, this kidney-shaped heirloom is as eye-catching as it is delicious. Thin-skinned pods dry quicker than other dry bean varieties, making them a great choice for shorter seasons or early late summer rains. Slightly vining bush plants grow to about 18". Trellising is not required, but light support can help with harvest and prevent damage caused by pods touching the ground. 

Grown at Saanich Organics - Zone 9a

Growing instructions

Direct seed 5cm (2") deep, 5-8cm (2-3") apart as soon as soil is warm, in rows 45cm (18") apart. Thin to 15cm (6") apart. 8-16 days to germination, 70 days to dry bean. Stop watering when the pods first start to dry. Harvest pods as they dry (or once most are dry) then store pods in a dry place with good airflow out of direct sunlight to dry completely before shelling. Plants can also be cut and moved under cover to finish drying if necessary.