Minimum Seed Count: 20 Hidatsa Red Bean is a productive, heirloom dry bean originally grown by the Hidatsa people of the Upper Midwest. The plants form sturdy semi-runner vines that climb a short trellis or grow as bushy sprawlers. Pods mature to reveal rich brick-red beans that store extremely well and cook into a creamy, hearty texture. They’re excellent for soups, chili, stews, and traditional Native American dishes. Hardy, dependable, and drought-tolerant once established, this variety is prized for both yield and flavor. 🌱 Planting Guide When to Plant Direct sow after your last frost, when soil reaches 60–70°F Beans do not like cold, wet soil — wait for warm weather How to Plant Depth: 1 inch Spacing: 3–4 inches apart Rows: 18–24 inches apart Support: Small trellis or stakes recommended (semi-runner habit) Growing Conditions Light: Full sun Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile pH: 6.0–7.5 Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers (causes excess leaves, fewer pods) Care Tips Water regularly until flowering, then reduce irrigation slightly Mulch to keep soil evenly moist Beans fix their own nitrogen — no heavy feeding needed Provide airflow to reduce mold or disease in humid areas Harvest For dry beans: Allow pods to fully dry and turn tan/brown on the plant Pick when pods rattle and beans are hard Finish drying indoors if needed For fresh shelling beans: pick when pods are swollen but still green Storage Fully dry beans can be stored for a year or more in a cool, dry place Freezing dry beans for 48 hours kills any potential pests before storing
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