Bring color and heritage to your garden with Tiger’s Eye Bean seeds, a rare heirloom variety known for its striking golden and red streaked beans. This Chilean-origin bean offers a creamy texture and rich flavor—perfect for soups, stews, and casseroles. A true gardener’s gem, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

Features:

1. Variety: Tiger’s Eye (Heirloom)
2. Bean Type: Dual-purpose (fresh or dry bean)
3. Pod Color: Green turning tan with maturity
4. Seed Appearance: Golden-yellow beans with deep red streaks
5. Growth Habit: Bush type, compact and easy to manage
6. Flavor: Rich, creamy, slightly nutty
7. Ideal For: Gourmet cooking, heirloom gardens, and food preservation

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Premium Heirloom, Non-GMO, Open-pollinated
2. Planting Season: Spring to early summer (post-frost)
3. Zones: USDA Zones 3–10
4. Sun Exposure: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
5. Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil (pH 6.0–7.5)
6. Planting Depth: 1–1.5 inches (25–38 mm)
7. Spacing: 3–4 inches (8–10 cm) between seeds; 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) between rows
8. Germination Time: 7–14 days
9. Days to Maturity: 80–90 days
10. Height: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
11. Watering: Moderate, keep soil evenly moist
12. Indoor/Outdoor: Direct sow outdoors after frost danger passes

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds in warm, well-draining soil after the final frost.
2. Water consistently, avoiding waterlogging.
3. Thin seedlings to allow air circulation.
4. Harvest when pods are plump for fresh beans, or allow to dry for storage.
5. Rotate crops annually for soil health and disease prevention.

Benefits:

1. Rare heirloom variety with stunning golden-red beans
2. Excellent for cooking and long-term storage
3. High germination rate and easy to grow for beginners
4. Adds visual appeal and diversity to home gardens
5. Non-GMO and open-pollinated for sustainable gardening