Seed Savers Arikara Yellow Bean

Seeds were originally obtained from the Arikara tribe of North Dakota and introduced in Oscar Will’s Pioneer Indian Collection of seeds (1914). Yellow-tan seeds with red-brown eye rings. Excellent for use as a baking bean. Prolific plants, good drought tolerance.

Growing Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Harvest dry beans when the pods are completely mature and dry.

• Direct Seed: 2" Apart
• Seed Depth: 1"
• Rows Apart: 36-48"
• Light: Full Sun
• 80-90 days

• 50 seeds/packet
• Conventional
• Dry bean
• Yellow-tan seeds with red-brown eye ring

These beans liked to be cooked long and slow at low heat to keep their texture and flavor at it's peak. Try them in your favorite baked beans recipe!