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Bean Seed Collection – Contender Bush Beans, Kentucky Wonder Pole Beans & Henderson Lima Beans

Heirloom - Non-GMO - Reliable Germination

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What Makes Survival Garden Seeds Different - non-GMO heirloom seeds

Build a productive, nutrient-rich garden with the Bean Seed Collection from Survival Garden Seeds. This trio of essential annual beans—Contender Bush Bean, Kentucky Wonder Pole Bean, and Henderson Bush Lima Bean—offers reliable performance, generous yields, and excellent versatility in the kitchen. Beans are a cornerstone of any survival-minded or self-sufficient garden thanks to their protein content, adaptability, and suitability for fresh eating or long-term storage.

Each variety grows well in full sun and delivers dependable harvests across a wide range of climates. Whether you’re planting in raised beds, traditional garden rows, or containers, these beans provide steady production and outstanding value throughout the growing season.

Nutritious Varieties Included:

  • Contender Bush Bean: A dependable early producer that thrives in both cool and warm conditions. Plants yield heavy crops of tender, stringless green pods best harvested at 5–6 inches. Well suited for outdoor gardens, containers, and even hydroponic systems with strong light.
  • Kentucky Wonder Pole Bean: A classic, high-yielding pole bean with vigorous climbing vines. Produces abundant snap beans that are sweet, crisp, and stringless when picked young. Pods reach 7–10 inches at full maturity and are excellent fresh, canned, or frozen.
  • Henderson Bush Lima Bean: A compact, drought-tolerant lima bean known for early production. The green-to-cream baby lima beans have a rich, buttery flavor and can be enjoyed fresh, canned, or dried for long-term storage.

Why Customers Love the Bean Seed Collection:

  • Includes three productive, high-nutrition bean varieties
  • Ideal for fresh harvests, canning, freezing, or dry storage
  • Suitable for raised beds, garden rows, or containers
  • Provides protein-rich crops for survival gardening and self-sufficiency
  • Each packet includes clear planting and seed-saving instructions

How to Grow:
Plant seeds directly outdoors in warm soil after the danger of frost has passed. Provide full sun and well-drained soil for vigorous growth. Pole beans benefit from a sturdy trellis or support structure, while bush beans and lima beans grow compactly without support. Water consistently, especially during flowering and pod development. Harvest beans frequently to encourage continued production.

Heirloom Garden Seeds

All of our seeds are open-pollinated, non-GMO, heirloom varieties with tested germination rates

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3 Prolific Varieties of Beans

  • Contender is a bush-style green bean that produces heavy crops of delicious green pods. This early producer is a good choice for short growing seasons and thrives in both cool and hot weather. 
  • Kentucky Wonder Pole Beans are fantastic snap beans that will produce lots of pods for your family to enjoy frozen, canned, or fresh. 
  • Henderson Bush Lima Bean has a compact, bush-style plant that is very early, drought-resistant, and quite productive. The creamy white baby lima beans are delicious shelled and eaten fresh, canned, or preserved as a dry bean.

Environmentally Tolerant

Generally, beans should be planted after the last frost date in the spring, when soil temperatures have warmed to at least 60°F.

Direct seeding is the most common planting method. Prepare the soil by removing any weeds or debris and loosening the topsoil. Then, create furrows or rows in the soil using a hoe or rake, and plant the seeds about 1-2 inches deep and 4-6 inches apart.

Bean seedlings can be started indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost date and transplanted into the garden once the soil has warmed up. Space the plants about 12-18 inches when transplanting.

It is important to water the seeds or seedlings immediately after planting and keep the soil moist until the plants are established. Beans also benefit from regular fertilization throughout the growing season to promote healthy growth and high yields.

Why Choose Survival Garden Seeds

At Survival Garden Seeds, we believe in preparing today for tomorrow’s peace of mind. That’s why we offer only heirloom, non-GMO, and untreated seeds you can trust to nourish your family and support a sustainable lifestyle. As a family-owned American company, we’re committed to providing seeds that grow strong and true—helping you cultivate health, resilience, and beauty in your garden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are your seeds heirloom and open-pollinated?

Yes. All of our seeds are heirloom, open-pollinated varieties, which means they can produce seeds that grow true to type and are suitable for seed saving.

You can learn more about open-pollinated, heirloom, and non-GMO seeds in our Survival Garden Training blog.

Are your seeds non-GMO?

Yes. All Survival Garden Seeds are 100% non-GMO. Our seeds are open-pollinated heirloom varieties and are never genetically modified.

Are your seeds treated with chemicals?

No. Our seeds are completely untreated and free from chemical coatings, fungicides, or synthetic treatments.

How do I know my seeds are fresh?

Every seed packet includes a packed-for date, and we germination-test each seed lot before packaging to ensure high viability.

What is the shelf life of your seeds?

Most seeds remain viable for 3 to 5 years or longer when stored properly in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture.

In what USDA hardiness zones can I grow your seeds?

Our varieties are selected to grow successfully across USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 10. Each packet includes variety-specific planting guidance and germination tips.
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