AZTEC BUSH BEAN – PRODUCTIVE & RELIABLE DWARF BEAN

AZTEC BUSH BEAN – PRODUCTIVE & RELIABLE DWARF BEAN (CERTIFIED ORGANIC)

A compact, vigorous, and highly productive dwarf bean, ideal for small spaces, garden beds, and containers. Perfect for fresh eating, freezing, or preserving.

Description

Aztec Bush Bean is a very reliable dwarf variety, prized for its tender and crisp pods, vigorous growth, and natural disease resistance. Its compact size makes it an excellent choice for gardens of all sizes, including balconies and small vegetable patches. Its rich flavor and versatility in cooking make it a favorite among home gardeners.

Where to Grow Aztec Bush Bean

Suited to zones 3 to 9, it prefers well-drained soil and a full sun location. Its compact growth makes it ideal for garden beds, home gardens, and containers.

History & Traditional Uses

Originating from Mesoamerican agriculture, dwarf beans have been cultivated for centuries as a staple crop. Aztec Bush Bean continues this tradition with its high productivity, ease of cultivation, and nutritional value.

Information for Canadian Climate

• Zones 8-9: direct sow in early spring for successive harvests.
• Zones 5-7: direct sow in late spring after the last frost.
• Zones 3-4: direct sow late in spring; mulch lightly to retain soil warmth.

How to Grow and Harvest Aztec Bush Bean

• Sowing: 2.5 cm deep; 7–10 cm spacing; rows 45–60 cm apart.
• Watering: maintain regular moisture without waterlogging the soil.
• Harvesting: pick young pods regularly to encourage continuous production.

Tips for Storing Your Seeds

• Allow a few pods to mature completely and dry on the plant.
• Harvest dry pods and shell the seeds.
• Clean and store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
• Viability: up to 5 years.

Organic Certification

Certified organic by: Islands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)