{"product_id":"bean-dry-pinto-7-non-gmo-heirloom-seed-sizes-available","title":"Bean Dry Pinto 4 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seed Sizes Available","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 119, 13);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePinto Bean\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a vigorous, drought-tolerant bush bean variety prized for its exceptional yield and culinary versatility. This heirloom selection produces compact 18–24 inch bushes that thrive in diverse growing conditions — an excellent choice for both experienced and novice growers. Plants bear abundant 3–4 inch flat green pods that mature to reveal the distinctive light tan and brown speckled beans treasured in kitchens worldwide. Harvest young as tender snap beans, or allow to fully mature for premium dry bean production. Mature beans store exceptionally well, providing a reliable protein source year-round. Their rich, earthy flavor and creamy texture make them ideal for soups, refried beans, and traditional dishes of all kinds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(10, 87, 24);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 99%. Test Date: 11\/25. TLM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(5, 72, 5);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 70%.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Pinto Dry Bean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e99% Germination Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the highest germination rates in our entire lineup — vigorous, reliable sprouting season after season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought-Tolerant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Superior drought tolerance makes Pinto an excellent choice for dry climates, Texas gardens, and water-conscious growers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Use Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest young as tender snap beans OR allow to fully dry on the vine for a long-lasting pantry staple — maximum versatility from one planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Yields on Compact Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prolific 18–24 inch bush plants produce abundant pods without staking or trellising.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-Term Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried pinto beans store for years when kept cool and dry — a cornerstone of any pantry or food self-sufficiency plan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Builder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fixes atmospheric nitrogen naturally — chop and till spent plants into the soil to enrich fertility for future crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom \u0026amp; Open-Pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passed down through generations — save seeds year after year for a self-sustaining garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants whose DNA has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires full sun — at least 6 to 8 hours per day — for best growth and pod fill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8. Beans fix their own nitrogen — avoid over-fertilizing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow outdoors after last frost when soil temps reach 60°F. Great for both spring and fall planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 1–2 inches deep, 3–4 inches apart in rows 18–24 inches apart. Thin to 6 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist during germination and early growth. Reduce watering as pods begin to dry down for dry bean harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal fertilization needed — beans fix atmospheric nitrogen. A light balanced fertilizer at planting is sufficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting as Snap Beans:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick young pods at 3–4 inches before seeds swell for fresh eating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting Dry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow pods to dry fully on the vine. Harvest when pods are papery and seeds rattle inside. Shell and dry further indoors before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Enrichment:\u003c\/strong\u003e After harvest, chop spent plants and till into the soil to return fixed nitrogen and organic matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safeseedpledge.org\/\" title=\"Seed Integrity Pledge\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions. 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