Plump, rose-red beans. Introduced in 1915 by Oscar H. Will & Company as part of its Pioneer Indian Collection of seeds, this one comes from the Hidatsa people of the upper Missouri River Valley. In its 1932 catalog, Oscar Will Seeds described Hidatsa Red as “a heavy yielder, hardy, drought resistant, and an excellent baking bean.” 85 days. Semi-vining bush beans that require some support to climb, typically reaching about 3 feet in height. They thrive in well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0, enriched with compost or aged manure. These beans are suited to warm conditions and should be planted in full sun. Photo and text courtesy of Baker Creek.
Care: Plant 3-4″ apart in rows 18-36″ apart in full sun. Vines grow 6-8′ tall; provide support.Harvest dry beans when 90% of leaves have yellowed and fallen off.
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