Taos Red
From Beancyclopedia
Taos Red | |
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Uses | dry |
Growth Habit | half runner |
Maturity | midseason |
Flower Color | |
Pod Color | green maturing to bright red |
Seed Color | red and lighter red |
Seed Pattern | striped and speckled |
Name and History
From Taos Pueblo in northern New Mexico.
Uses
Dry bean.
Description
Growth: Bushy plants that climb a little, but not very much or very tall. Productive.
Flowers: White.
Pods: Start out green and turn brilliant red as they mature. Easy to shell.
Seeds: Large and thick. Bright red and slightly lighter red, in overlaid streaks and speckles. Brightness of dry seed fades and browns when stored for multiple years.