Haudenosaunee Skunk Bean Seeds | 25 Organic Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds | Phaseolus vulgaris | Iroquois Pole Bean

Grow a remarkable heirloom bean with these Haudenosaunee Skunk bean seeds (Phaseolus vulgaris), organically grown at Four Oak Farm. Also known as the Iroquois Skunk Bean, this historic variety was cultivated by the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) people of the Great Lakes region for centuries before European contact and has also been recognized as an important Abenaki heritage bean through the Seeds of Renewal Project. This vigorous pole bean produces abundant harvests on climbing vines that can easily exceed 8 feet when provided with a sturdy trellis. The large, flat dry beans are truly striking, displaying beautiful black-and-white patterns with swirls and speckles that resemble the night sky. Their unique appearance makes them a favorite among heirloom gardeners, seed savers, and collectors of rare heritage crops. Beyond their beauty, Haudenosaunee Skunk beans are highly valued as a pantry staple. The dry beans cook relatively quickly and offer excellent flavor, making them ideal for soups, stews, and traditional bean dishes. This productive and historically significant variety deserves a place in any heirloom vegetable garden.

You will receive:
✔️ 25 Haudenosaunee Skunk bean seeds
✔️ Organically grown at Four Oak Farm
✔️ Heirloom, open-pollinated variety
✔️ Non-GMO seeds suitable for seed saving
✔️ Growing instructions (digital document)

• Vigorous climbing vines reaching heights of 8–10+ feet
• Striking black-and-white patterned dry beans
• Ideal for soups, stews, and traditional dishes
• Grown in USDA zones 3–11 as an annual
• Fast growth rate for quick harvests
• Container friendly with proper support

Common Name: Haudenosaunee Skunk Bean
Scientific Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
Sunlight: Full sun
Watering: Moderate; keep evenly moist during flowering and pod formation
Soil: Fertile, well-draining soil
Hardiness Zones: 3–11 (grown as an annual)
Growth Habit: Climbing pole bean
Format: 25 organic non-GMO seeds