Calypso beans, also known as Orca beans or Yin Yang beans, are a striking heirloom dry bean variety recognized for their bold black-and-white patterning. Each seed is round and creamy white, half-coated in glossy black with occasional speckles—an appearance that has earned them the nickname “black calypso beans.” Beyond their distinctive look, these bush bean plants are healthy, productive, and adaptable to a wide range of growing conditions. This bush bean matures in approximately 90 days and produces abundant pods suitable for shelling and drying. As a dried bean, Calypso offers a mild, balanced flavor and smooth, almost potato-like texture when cooked. Whether grown as a dry bean for storage or enjoyed fresh at the shelling stage, Calypso beans are a reliable and rewarding addition to the garden. Their unique appearance makes them especially popular in children’s gardens, where the dramatic contrast of the seeds never fails to capture attention. Approximately 90 days to harvest. 50 seeds per packet.
