{"product_id":"navy-bean-seeds","title":"Navy Bean Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eNavy Bean Seeds | White Bean Seeds for Planting | Grow Your Own Dry Beans\u003cbr\u003ePhaseolus vulgaris\u003cbr\u003eListing is for 1 packet of minimum 20 seeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Navy Bean, also known as the White Pea Bean, is a classic dry bean prized for its small, oval-shaped, creamy-white seeds and deliciously mild flavor. These beans have been a pantry staple for generations and are especially popular in traditional American cooking. Unlike green beans that are harvested for their tender pods, navy beans are primarily grown for their mature seeds, which are left on the plant to dry before harvesting. What makes navy beans especially desirable is their smooth, creamy texture when cooked and their ability to absorb the flavors of seasonings, herbs, and sauces. They are the traditional bean used in homemade baked beans and are also excellent for hearty soups, stews, white bean chili, casseroles, and homemade bean dips. Navy beans grow best in warm weather and full sun, producing pods filled with nutritious, protein-rich beans that can be dried and stored for months. An excellent choice for gardeners interested in growing their own food, stocking their pantry with homegrown ingredients, and enjoying the satisfaction of harvesting their own dry beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLANTING\u003cbr\u003eGermination: 4-10 days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGermination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures are 70-85ºF\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeed Sowing Depth: 1” deep \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSowing: Direct sowing is preferred after the last frost. In warmer climates can also direct sow at end of summer for a fall harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow and When to Harvest:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNavy beans are typically ready to harvest approximately 90–110 days after planting, depending on the growing conditions. For dried beans, leave the pods on the plants until they turn yellowish-brown, become dry and brittle, and the beans inside are completely firm. Pick the dried pods by hand and shell them to remove the small white beans. Spread the harvested beans in a dry, well-ventilated area to finish drying before storing them in an airtight container in a cool, dry location. If rainy weather threatens once the pods are mature, harvest them and allow them to finish drying indoors to prevent mold and spoilage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jerrasgarden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51469218021601,"sku":"BEAN029","price":4.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0650\/4012\/2081\/files\/navybeans1.jpg?v=1794408598","url":"https:\/\/www.jerrasgarden.com\/products\/navy-bean-seeds","provider":"Jerra's Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}