French Horticulture Beans (Borlotti) | 50 Seeds/Pk

French Horticulture (Borlotti) Bean Seeds (Phaseolus vulgaris) – 50+ Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds for Planting, Creamy Speckled Beans for Soups & Salads, by Isla’s Garden Seeds, Gift Idea for Gardeners

French Horticulture / Borlotti Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a beautiful heirloom renowned for its cream-and-rose–speckled pods and richly mottled seeds. Bush plants produce generous, easy-to-pick clusters that deliver nutty, creamy flavor whether enjoyed fresh-shelled or dried.

Compact and dependable, these bush beans typically reach 18–24 inches tall and need no trellis, making them perfect for beds and raised planters. Pods are picked young for tender shellies or left to dry on the plant for classic pantry beans that hold shape in cooking.

In the kitchen, Borlotti shines in minestrone, casseroles, and hearty salads—its creamy texture absorbs aromatics beautifully. Fresh shell beans cook quickly; dried beans offer robust flavor and satisfying bite after soaking and simmering.

Reliable yields, striking color, and versatile use make French Horticulture Beans a favorite for gardeners who want both beauty in the garden and depth of flavor at the table.

Type: Annual
Sun: Full
Planting Depth: 1”
Spacing: 3–6”
Water: Moderate, consistent
Days to Maturity/Bloom: 60–65 days (shell); 80–90 days (dry)
Height: 18–24” (bush)
Zones: 3–12

Approx seeds per order 50

Sow directly outdoors after frost when soil is at least 60°F. Choose a sunny site with well-draining soil. As bush beans, plants stay compact and do not require staking—ideal for efficient, high-yield rows.

Plant seeds 1 inch deep and 3–6 inches apart in rows 18–24 inches apart. Keep soil evenly moist during germination and early growth. Avoid excessive nitrogen; balanced fertility supports steady pod set and seed fill.

Harvest young pods for shell beans when seeds are plump but pods still colorful and soft. For dry beans, allow pods to yellow and rattle on the plant, then pick and finish drying in a warm, airy place before shelling and storing.

Type: Annual
Sun: Full
Planting Depth: 1”
Spacing: 3–6”
Water: Moderate, consistent
Days to Maturity/Bloom: 60–65 days (shell); 80–90 days (dry)
Height: 18–24” (bush)
Zones: 3–12

French Horticulture / Borlotti Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) grows best in USDA Zones 3–12, thriving in warm-season gardens with full sun and well-draining soil.

Type: Annual
Sun: Full
Planting Depth: 1”
Spacing: 3–6”
Water: Moderate, consistent
Days to Maturity/Bloom: 60–65 days (shell); 80–90 days (dry)
Height: 18–24” (bush)
Zones: 3–12