Notes
The climbing French bean, Barlotta Lingua di Fuoco 2 is easier to grow than pronounce! An attractive plant for the kitchen garden, the bright green pods are splashed with red (which disappears on cooking).
Dimensions
100g approx.
Features
Details
- Requires support
- Harvest July –September
- Frost tender – do not plant until risk of frost has passed
Planting
- Sow direct into the ground from April - June
- 5cm deep, 20cm apart
- In rows 60cm apart
- Prefers a sheltered, sunny spot
- Protect from mice and slugs
Care
- Pick the beans regularly to ensure continuous flowering and bean production
- Eat fresh or dried -can be used as a Flageolet type bean
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