Midnight Black Turtle Bean (Bush)

Midnight Black Turtle is a productive heirloom bush bean grown for its rich, dark black dry beans. Compact, bushy plants yield abundant pods in about 90 to 100 days, holding small, shiny beans that store exceptionally well.

At a glance

• Variety: Midnight Black Turtle bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
• Type: Bush dry bean, heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO
• Days to maturity: About 90 to 100 days
• Beans: Small, shiny, deep black
• Sun: Full sun
• Use: Soups, stews, refried beans, storage

Best for

• Dry beans for soups and stews
• Refried and seasoned bean dishes
• Long-term pantry storage
• Compact gardens needing no trellis
• Reliable, disease-tolerant harvests

How to grow

Direct sow after the soil has warmed and frost has passed, planting about 1 inch deep in full sun with well-drained soil. Space seeds 2 to 4 inches apart. Allow pods to dry fully on the plant, then shell and store the cured beans.

Flavor profile

Earthy and hearty with a dense, creamy texture that holds its shape in cooking.

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