Broad Bean Bunyards Exhibition (Vicia faba)

Broad Bean Bunyards Exhibition (Vicia faba)

Sow Indoors: February- April.

Sow Outdoors: February- May, October- November.

Row Width: 9" / 25cm.

Harvest: June onwards.

Broad Bean Bunyards Exhibition (Vicia faba): A very popular, reliable variety of Broad Bean Bunyards Exhibition produces masses of beans, with a lovely, full flavour. These produce 6 to 8 seeds per pod, and are an excellent source of vitamins.

A popular, reliable variety producing heavy crops of beans with an excellent flavour. Ideal for freezing.Indoor Planting: Sow Seeds 2.5cm deep in individual pots of moist compost, be careful not to over-water. Place in a warm, light location.Growing On: When the seedlings are strong enough to handle and once all chance of frost has passed, transplant direct into growing bed 25cm / 9" in rows apart. Harden off first.Outdoor Planting: Sow seeds 3cm deep direct in growing bed. For best results sow in double rows with a space of 9" (25cm) between each row. Keep the soil moist. The beans will need support as they grow, netting or canes are ideal. Pick the pods regularly to extend the harvest period. For early crops sow October- November. Broad Beans require a warm, well cultivated, water retaining soil. Plant in a sheltered area and protect with cloches from late frosts.