Bean Seeds - Shell - Shirohana Mame
80-95 days maturity. Phaseolus vulgaris 'Shirohana'. Shirohana Mame Shell Bean Seeds. Heirloom, Non-GMO. Warm-season annual. Open-pollinated. This rare "flower bean" has snow-white flowers and pure white beans that distinguish it from similar varieties. Grown as a pole bean, this variety produces pods up to 8" long with 1" long beans. Pole beans are described as sweeter, bigger, and more abundant with fruits with a much broader harvest window. The gorgeous flowers are a favorite of pollinators and are self-fertile. Shirohana Mame plants are the perfect addition to any warm-climate garden. Approx 13 seeds / oz.
Bean Seeds - Shell - Shirohana Mame
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Other Common Names: Dry Shelling Bean, White Shell Bean, ingenmame, and Flower Bean.
How to Grow Shirohana Shell Beans
Sow seeds in late spring/early summer after the last frost in a sunny location. Inoculate the soil with a legume root inoculant to have faster growth. Keep the soil moist in the early days. As the plants become established, allow the soil to dry lightly between deep waterings. Fertilize as needed throughout the season. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers. Save space and provide for a higher quality bean harvest by training Shirohana Mame to climb vertical supports. After the harvest, leave the roots in the ground to decompose and release nitrogen into the soil for next year’s crops. See page 28 of our free vegetable growing guide for more tips!
Harvesting Shirohana Shell Beans
Harvest the beans at 8-10" long when beans start to bulge in the pods and are about 1" in size. To harvest dry beans wait until pods are dry and brown, then break them open to retrieve the beans.
Culinary Tips
Do not consume raw beans in any form, they contain a toxin that needs to be cooked out. Soak the dry beans before boiling them for the best results. When cooked, rinse the beans and then add sugar and salt. Dissolve the sugar by reheating. Toss the mixture with a large spoon to avoid breaking the beans.
Tips From Our Gardeners
“Garden plants that are beautiful as well as useful are my weakness! I love the breathtaking flowers of the Shiroana Mame plant. They are a must-see. The dry beans are great for food storage as well!”
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
Seeds Per Package
- 10 g packet - Approximately 4 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 52 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 208 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 1,040 Seeds
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Phaseolus vulgaris 'Shirohana' |
| Shirohana Shell Bean Color: | Green pods with white beans. The flowers are beautiful and white. |
| Shirohana Shell Bean Flavor: | Mild. |
Growing Info
| Days to Maturity: | 80-95 Days |
| Days to Germination: | 6-10 Days |
| Seeding Depth: | 1" |
| Row Spacing: | 9-12" |
| Plant Height: | 6-8’ |
| Growth Habit: | Vining climber. |
| Soil Preference: | Soil should be well draining and moderately fertile with a slightly acidic pH. |
| Temperature Preference: | 65-85℉ |
Other
| Plant Width: | 8-10" |
| Pests and Disease: | Water the soil directly to avoid leaf saturation causing rot and mildew. Watch for thrips, aphids, and leaf beetles. Proper cultivation practices are the best defense against problems! |