Tiger Eye Bean (Bush)
Phaseolus vulgaris Seeds per pack: ~ 30 Germination: 98% (Packed for 2025) Originating in South America, and known there as "pepa de zapallo" (which means "pumpkin seed"), tiger eye beans grow in a low bush and are very easy to grow. These are wonderful beans to use in cooking chili. DAYS TO MATURITY: 55 days for snap bean, 80 days for dried bean PLANT DESCRIPTION: (Phaseolus vulgaris) The plant features vibrant, elongated pods with a unique pattern resembling the eye of a tiger, hence its name. The pods typically measure about 5-6 inches in length and display a combination of yellow and purple hues. The plant itself is compact, reaching a height of around 18-24 inches, making it suitable for smaller gardens or container cultivation. HISTORY: Originating from South America, and known as "Pepa de Zapallo," tiger eye beans grow in a low bush and are very easy to grow. These are wonderful beans to use in cooking chili. Harvest the beans when they are plump, and the pods are just starti