{"product_id":"speckled-bird-egg-bean-seeds-phaseolus-vulgaris","title":"Speckled Bird Egg Bean Seeds — Phaseolus vulgaris","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Heritage Bean as Beautiful as It Is Delicious\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeckled Bird Egg Bean\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003ePhaseolus vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e) is a rare and striking heirloom climbing bean treasured for its gorgeous mottled seeds — each one cream-based with rich maroon and brown speckles, just like a tiny bird's egg. Hard to source in New Zealand, this is a standout variety for collectors, seed savers, and heirloom enthusiasts. Vigorous, productive, and dual-purpose, it's as beautiful in the garden as it is on the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Kind of Bean Is This?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦚 \u003cstrong\u003eRare heirloom climbing bean\u003c\/strong\u003e — hard to source in New Zealand; a true collector's variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eClimbing\/pole variety\u003c\/strong\u003e — vigorous vines; needs a trellis, netting, or bamboo teepee for support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong\u003eCream base with maroon\/brown speckles\u003c\/strong\u003e — each seed is uniquely patterned, like a tiny bird's egg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong\u003eDual-purpose\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent as a fresh shelling bean or dried storage bean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦚 \u003cstrong\u003eRare and visually stunning\u003c\/strong\u003e — a standout addition for collectors and heirloom enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🫘 \u003cstrong\u003eHigh-yielding and dependable\u003c\/strong\u003e — vigorous vines with abundant pods over a long season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong\u003eExceptional flavour and texture\u003c\/strong\u003e — rich and creamy; wonderful in soups, stews, and salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding storage bean\u003c\/strong\u003e — dry and store for year-round use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for seed savers\u003c\/strong\u003e — a true heirloom; save seeds year after year and the beauty carries on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏡 \u003cstrong\u003eHeritage value\u003c\/strong\u003e — adds history and character to any kitchen garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow direct from late October through January, after all frost risk has passed, into warm, full-sun soil sheltered from strong wind. Sow seeds 3–4 cm deep, 40–50 cm apart, at the base of a sturdy trellis, netting, or bamboo teepee. Water evenly and avoid waterlogging. Days to maturity: 85–95 days. For dried storage beans, leave pods on the plant until fully dry and papery before harvesting. These beans thrive particularly well in warm regions like Tauranga but perform reliably across most of New Zealand with good summer heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e10 premium seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Speckled Bird Egg Bean (\u003cem\u003ePhaseolus vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e), hand-selected for quality and viability, and packed in moisture-safe NZ-standard seed envelopes. Suitable for home gardens, collectors, and small-scale growers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45368202199109,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/image_a432ca1f-225f-4e59-a0cd-0ad6765ae9c5.png?v=1784259625","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/speckled-bird-egg-bean-seeds-phaseolus-vulgaris","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}