Pinto Bean Seeds (Organic)

Pinto Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a heirloom bush dry bean producing the speckled beige seeds that are the most popular bean in the U.S. The mild, creamy beans are a staple of Mexican cooking and grow easily in warm-season gardens.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Phaseolus vulgaris
• Type: Organic heirloom, bush, dry bean, tender annual
• Days to maturity: 75 to 85 days
• Sun: Full sun
• Planting depth: 1 inch
• Spacing after thinning: 4 to 6 inches
• Height at maturity: 2 to 3 feet
• Approx. seeds per pack: 50 (about 60 per 1 oz bulk)

Best for

• Refried beans and burrito fillings
• Chili, soups, and hearty stews
• Tomato-based baked beans
• Drying and long-term pantry storage
• Protein- and fiber-rich home harvests

How to grow

Sow directly in the garden 1 inch deep once soils have warmed to 70 to 85°F and frost danger has passed, with germination in 5 to 11 days. Grow in full sun in well-drained soil rich in organic matter, keeping the seedbed evenly moist and avoiding overhead watering. Bush plants set their crop over a few weeks; leave pods on the plant until fully dry, then shell and store in an airtight container.

Flavor profile

Mild, earthy, and slightly nutty, with a creamy texture once cooked.

About Grow Organic

Grow Organic, the online home of Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply, has served organic gardeners and small-scale farmers with seeds, tools, and soil amendments from Grass Valley, California since 1976.