Broad Bean 'The Sutton' Seeds, 250g
£3.50
notes
A good choice for exposed areas, the hardy annual broad bean (Vicia faba) The Sutton is a dwarf variety, suitable for autumn and spring sowings. It bears high yields of pods up to 15cm long containing 6-8 white beans per pod. These beans have a good flavour and freeze well.
Dimensions
- Height: up to 45cm (1ft 6in)
- 250g packet
Features
notes
A good choice for exposed areas, the hardy annual broad bean (Vicia faba) The Sutton is a dwarf variety, suitable for autumn and spring sowings. It bears high yields of pods up to 15cm long containing 6-8 white beans per pod. These beans have a good flavour and freeze well.
Insights
Old seeds can be ploughed in as green manure- wonderful for adding nitrogen to the soil. The Sutton is a recipient of the RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit), for all round excellence.
Details
- Plant: February -March
- Harvest: May- October
- Hardy
Planting
- Well drained soil
- South or West aspect
- Sunny location
- Sheltered
Care
- Do not plant in waterlogged or frozen soil
- Plant seeds in well-watered and finely prepared soil where they will crop. Plant at 5cm (2in) depth, approximately 25cm (9in) apart.
- Seedlings will appear in 2-3 weeks, water well until plants are established.
- Should not need support
- Pinch off the tips of the shoots (once pods start forming) to delay black bean aphid infestation and improve yield of beans
- For the sweetest beans pick pods while they are still small
Glossary
Broad Bean 'The Sutton' Seeds, 250g
Your product is out of stock - enter your email below and you will receive a notification when it becomes available again.