Fothergill's Broad Bean The Sutton Seeds

Details:

• Botanical Name: Vicia faba, a premium white-seeded variety.
• Compact Growth: Reaches a manageable height of just 45cm (18in), making it perfect for smaller plots, containers, or windy, exposed garden sites.
• High-Yielding: Despite its dwarf stature, it produces a prolific harvest of large, succulent beans.
• Resilient Nature: A hardy and stocky plant that stands up well to the elements without the extensive support required by taller varieties.
• Successional Sowing: Its growth habit makes it an excellent candidate for staggered planting, ensuring a steady supply of fresh beans.
• Nutritional Value: Yields beans that are naturally rich in essential vitamins and minerals, providing a healthy homegrown staple.

Care Instructions:

• Sowing Times: A flexible variety suitable for both autumn and spring sowing to extend your harvesting window.
• Soil Requirements: Flourishes in well-dug, fertilised soil; ensure the ground is prepared to provide adequate nutrients for pod development.
• Maintenance: While its dwarf habit reduces the need for staking, ensure the soil remains moist during flowering to guarantee succulent beans.