
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Characteristics
Decorative beans
Growth Habit
Bush type
Bloom Season
Summer
Flavour Profile
Nutty rich
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
open pollinated
Plant Type
Vegetable
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Medium pods
Plant Height
45 to 60 cm
Light Requirement
Full sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
7 to 10
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
10 to 15 cm
Planting Depth
2 to 3 cm
Growing Conditions
Warm
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Tiger’s Eye beans visually distinctive?
What makes Tiger’s Eye beans visually distinctive?
The beans are known for their contrasting tiger-eye style markings, giving the dried seeds a patterned appearance that differs from common plain-colored bean varieties.
Can Tiger’s Eye beans be grown as a dry bean crop?
Can Tiger’s Eye beans be grown as a dry bean crop?
Yes. They can be allowed to mature fully on the plant before the pods are harvested and the dried beans are removed for storage.
How can I help Tiger’s Eye bean plants avoid fungal problems?
How can I help Tiger’s Eye bean plants avoid fungal problems?
Provide good spacing and airflow, water near the soil rather than wetting foliage, and avoid working among plants when leaves are wet.
Can Tiger’s Eye beans be grown in a small vegetable garden?
Can Tiger’s Eye beans be grown in a small vegetable garden?
Yes. They can fit into home vegetable gardens when planted with appropriate spacing and given enough sunlight and fertile, well-drained soil.
When should I harvest Tiger’s Eye beans for dry storage?
When should I harvest Tiger’s Eye beans for dry storage?
Allow pods to mature and dry on the plant as conditions permit. Harvest when the pods are dry and the beans inside have reached full maturity.
Can Tiger’s Eye beans be saved for next season?
Can Tiger’s Eye beans be saved for next season?
Yes, mature dry beans can be selected for seed saving when the variety is suitable. Store completely dry seed in a cool, dry location.