Minimum Seed Count: 20 Calypso Bean🖤⚪ A striking heirloom with bold contrast and rich flavor! The Calypso bean, also called the “Yin Yang” or “Orca” bean, is a true visual standout. Each bean is split cleanly down the middle — one side deep black, the other creamy white — like a perfect yin-yang symbol or a tiny cowhide. Some beans even have speckled or swirled patches where the two colors meet, giving each seed a unique, marbled look. They’re small, oval, and plump — about the size of a thumbnail — with a smooth, glossy finish. When cooked, Calypso beans hold their shape beautifully and develop a creamy texture with an earthy, nutty flavor that pairs well with soups, stews, and salads. Bonus: The dried pods pop open with a satisfying crack when ready to harvest, revealing the dramatic black-and-white gems inside — a surprise every time. 🌱 Planting Guide:Grow your own little black-and-white gems! 📍 Location:Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Calypso beans are bush-type beans, so they don’t need trellising. 🗓️ When to Plant: Direct sow after your last frost when soil temps are at least 60°F (16°C) Beans don’t like cold, soggy soil — wait for warmth! 🌱 How to Plant: Spacing: 1–1.5" deep, 3–4" apart in rows 18–24" apart Water: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy until seedlings emerge (in 7–10 days) 🌿 Growing Tips: Don’t over-fertilize — beans make their own nitrogen! Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds Avoid handling plants when wet to prevent disease 🫘 Harvest: For dry beans, let pods fully mature on the plant until they’re brown and papery Pick and shell when pods are brittle, then dry beans completely before storing ⏳ Days to Maturity:80–90 days for dry beans 🧺 Storage Tip:Store completely dried beans in a cool, dark, airtight container — they can last for years! Perfect for heirloom lovers, winter pantry fillers, and eye-catching meals!
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