Yellow Indian Woman, Heirloom Dry Bush Bean Seeds

Yellow Indian Woman, Heirloom Dry Bush Bean Seeds — The Swedish-Montana Soup Bean That’s a Chef’s Choice

Yellow Indian Woman is a rare heirloom bean with a fascinating dual heritage — found in Native American communities and brought to Montana by a Swedish family, it is a creamy soup bean with a flavor reminiscent of Pinto or Black beans. Frequently selected as a “Chef’s Choice” for soup beans, Yellow Indian Woman holds its shape well in slow-cooked dishes and is early, delicious, and easy to grow. A genuinely special dry bean with a story as rich as its flavor.

Why Grow Yellow Indian Woman?

• Chef’s Choice soup bean — frequently selected by chefs for its exceptional flavor
• Creamy, Pinto/Black bean-like flavor — rich and satisfying
• Holds shape well in slow-cooked dishes — ideal for soups and stews
• Rare Native American and Swedish heritage — a bean with a remarkable story
• Early and easy to grow — reliable and low-maintenance
• Open-pollinated — save seed year after year

Growing Notes

Direct sow outdoors after last frost when soil has warmed to at least 60°F. Full sun. Soil pH 6.0–6.8. Water moderately. Allow pods to fully dry on the plant before harvesting for dry beans.

Packet size: ~25, 50, or 100 seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Dry Bush Bean
Sun: Full sun
Soil pH: 6.0–6.8
USDA Zones: 3–12