Bush been varieties described as heirlooms have been around since before 1900—although some have been recently developed from one of these old varieties. These are generally easy-to-grow plants, though they may not have the full spectrum of resistance to pests and disease found in modern hybrids. But, in exchange for slightly greater susceptibility, heirloom varieties are often much tastier than many modern hybrids. Here are 15 heirloom bush beans to consider for your vegetable garden.

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 15–20 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 18–24 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 12–18 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 16–18 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 12–20 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Southern South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 12–14 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 18–24 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 12–24 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 18–24 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 18–24 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 16–22 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 15–18 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 18–24 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 16–20 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun

Native Area: Central America and South AmericaUSDA Growing Zones: 3–11Height: 18–24 inchesSun Exposure: Full sun