Calypso Bean 25+Seeds – Heirloom Bush Bean – Black & White Dry Beans

Calypso Beans are a beautiful heirloom bush bean known for their unique black-and-white patterned seeds. Sometimes called Orca Beans, the markings make each bean look almost hand-painted. Plants grow in a compact bush habit and produce pods filled with flavorful beans that are excellent for drying, soups, stews, and home cooking.

Calypso Beans are a fun choice for vegetable gardens, raised beds, and edible cottage gardens. Their unusual appearance also makes them especially attractive for gardeners who enjoy growing unique heirloom varieties.

Plant Details

Variety: Calypso Bean
Type: Bush / Dry Bean
Botanical Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
Plant Height: Approx. 15–24 inches
Habit: Compact, bushy
Bean Color: Distinctive black and white
Sun: Full sun
Days to Maturity: Approx. 70–90 days for dry beans
Use: Dry beans, soups, stews, cooking
Pollinators: Flowers may attract bees and other beneficial insects

Growing Info

When to Plant: Sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed.

Planting Depth: About 1 inch deep
Spacing: About 3–6 inches apart
Row Spacing: About 18–30 inches
Light: Full sun, ideally 6–8+ hours daily
Soil: Fertile, well-draining garden soil
Water: Keep evenly moist, especially while flowering and forming pods.

For dry beans, allow the pods to mature and dry on the plant as much as possible before harvesting. Finish drying the beans thoroughly before storage.

Why You’ll Love It

🖤 Beautiful black-and-white patterned beans
🌱 Compact bush plants—no large trellis needed
🥣 Excellent dry bean for soups and hearty dishes
🏡 Great for raised beds and home vegetable gardens
✨ Unique heirloom variety with ornamental appeal
🌿 Easy addition to an edible cottage garden

🌿 Happy growing!

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