Grow a unique heirloom bean with Mbombo Bean seeds, a rare Kenyan variety known for its vibrant emerald-green dry beans and excellent garden performance. This pole to semi-pole bean produces abundant 5–6 inch pods filled with kidney-shaped beans displaying some of the most vibrant colors in the bean world.
Ready in approximately 50–60 days, Mbombo beans are versatile and delicious, suitable for harvesting young as green beans or mature for soups and hearty dishes. Originating from Kenya, this drought- and heat-tolerant variety has a rich cultural history linked to prosperity and soil fertility. Its vigorous climbing habit makes it ideal for trellises, fences, and vertical gardens.
These seeds are organically grown by Four Oak Farm in Santa Rosa, California, without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers. A favorite among heirloom collectors, seed savers, and home gardeners, Mbombo is both productive and visually striking.
Included:
• 25 Mbombo heirloom bean seeds
• Organically grown seeds from Four Oak Farm
• Planting instructions (web document)
• Fresh seed stock
• Secure packaging for safe arrival
Growing Information
- Common Name: Mbombo Heirloom Bean
- Botanical Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
- Plant Type: Annual climbing vegetable
- Growth Stage: Seeds
- Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)
- Soil: Fertile, well-draining soil
- Watering: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
- Mature Height: 6–10 feet with support
- Growth Rate: Fast
- USDA Zones: 3–11 (grown as an annual)
- Container Friendly: Yes
Care Tip
Provide a sturdy trellis, fence, or pole for support. Regular harvesting encourages continued pod production, while allowing pods to mature fully will provide colorful dry beans for storage and seed saving.