Bush and Pole Beans Varieties at Coop's Croft
The Beans We Grow
Coop’s Croft presents a splendid array of bush and pole beans, featuring Compass, Goldilocks, Blue Lake, Roma II, Royal Burgundy, and Burpee Improved Bush Lima. Each variety has its unique charm and flavor, contributing to the diverse offerings at our Pennsville, New Jersey community-supported garden.
Compass beans lead the way with their reliable yields and exceptional taste, perfect for a variety of culinary creations. Goldilocks, true to its name, brings a golden touch to your plate, offering a buttery and tender experience. Blue Lake, a classic favorite, boasts crisp and flavorful pods that elevate any dish. Roma II, known for its stringless pods, adds a touch of elegance to your bean harvest. Royal Burgundy stands out with its vibrant purple pods that retain their color even after cooking. Finally, the Burpee Improved Bush Lima brings a unique twist to the mix, offering the rich and creamy texture of lima beans in a compact, bush form.
Cultivated in the fertile soils of Pennsville, New Jersey, our bush and pole beans thrive under the careful stewardship of Coop’s Croft. Our community-supported approach ensures that these high-quality beans are locally sourced, providing a fresh and sustainable option for our members.
Our Bean Varieties
Blue Lake
Burpee Improved Bush Lima
Compass
Goldilocks
Roma II
Royal Burgundy
Harvesting
The bean season at Coop’s Croft spans the warm months and extends late into the fall, with each variety having its optimal harvest time. From the early yield of Compass to the rich hues of Royal Burgundy, our members enjoy a continuous supply of fresh, flavorful beans throughout the growing season.
Bean Facts
- The World’s Tallest Bean Plant was over 45 feet tall
- West Cape May, NJ earned its title of lima bean capital of the world, they even have a festival each fall.
- Beans are unique among plant foods due to their high protein content. For this reason, they’re considered an important protein source for vegetarians.
- From its origins as a wild vine in Central and South America to the thousands of varieties grown around the world today, beans have evolved to be one of the world’s most important and versatile crops.
- There are an estimated 40,000 varieties of common bean, showing incredible variety in color, flavor, and growing habits.
Becoming a Coop's Croft Garden Member
By choosing Coop’s Croft for your bush and pole beans, you support a commitment to biodiversity, taste, and sustainability. Our carefully curated selection of varieties ensures that you can savor the unique qualities of Compass, Goldilocks, Blue Lake, Roma II, Royal Burgundy, and Burpee Improved Bush Lima.
Join us in celebrating the richness and diversity of our local harvest.
