Orca Beans / Calypso Beans

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We do not sell Live plants We only sell freshly harvested seeds from small time growers, hobbyists and collectors. Listing is for 5 Seeds. Orca Beans, also known as Calypso beans, are grown for their striking black-and-white patterned seeds that look almost painted. Plants typically grow with a compact habit, producing green pods that can be harvested young or left to mature fully for dry beans. For dry-bean harvest, let pods remain on the plant until they yellow and dry, then finish curing the pods in a well-ventilated spot. These beans prefer warm soil for planting, full sun, and steady watering through flowering and pod fill—then drier conditions as pods mature. Good airflow and weed control early in the season help plants stay vigorous and make harvest easier. Because the seeds are such a visual feature, Orca/Calypso beans are popular with gardeners who like both performance and appearance. They store well once fully dried, and saving seed is straightforward if plants are allowed to finish naturally. In the garden, they’re a fun ‘showpiece’ dry bean—practical to grow, easy to handle, and memorable when shelled. Show more