{"product_id":"fothergills-dwarf-bean-ferrari-seeds","title":"Fothergill's Dwarf Bean Ferrari Seeds","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Phaseolus vulgaris 'Ferrari', an elite, heavy-cropping dwarf 'filet' bean selection within the legume family.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlant Class:\u003c\/b\u003e Half Hardy Annual, establishing with superior speed and stamina to deliver an early, rapid summer harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePremium Kenyan Pencil Pods:\u003c\/b\u003e Bears a prolific abundance of beautifully straight, exceptionally dark green pods. These extra-slim, fleshy, and entirely stringless \"filet\" beans are highly prized for their tender texture and rich, sweet flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuperb Disease Resistance:\u003c\/b\u003e Bred with advanced modern genetics to feature robust natural protection against Bean Common Mosaic Virus (BCMV), Halo Blight, and Anthracnose, ensuring the bush stays healthy and productive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompact Dwarf Framework:\u003c\/b\u003e Naturally forms a neat, sturdy, self-supporting bush framework reaching a height of roughly 30–45cm. Because it requires no tall climbing poles, it is ideal for small gardens, raised beds, or large patio pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNutritional Powerhouse:\u003c\/b\u003e A fantastic, health-boosting addition to your homegrown diet, serving as an excellent natural source of dietary fiber, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOptimal Position:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives at its absolute best when positioned in \u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e in a warm, sheltered spot with well-drained, fertile soil. \u003ci\u003e(Please note: While some basic charts list \"full shade,\" French beans fundamentally require bright sunlight and warmth to develop flowers and set pods successfully).\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSowing Position:\u003c\/b\u003e Start seeds early indoors from April to May for the surest, earliest results. Sow individual seeds 2.5cm (1in) deep into small pots of moist compost and place them on a warm, bright windowsill (15–20°C is ideal). Alternatively, sow directly outdoors from May to July once the soil has warmed and all danger of frost has safely passed. \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCloche Tip for Early Crops:\u003c\/b\u003e For an extra-early harvest, young plants can be set out under glass cloches or protective fleece frames in early May, which shields them from chilly spring breezes and accelerates pod development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlanting Out \u0026amp; Spacing:\u003c\/b\u003e Gradually accustom indoor-raised plants to outdoor conditions over 7–10 days before planting out into their final positions. Space individual plants 30cm (1ft) apart, allowing 45cm (18in) between rows. Growing them in close blocks allows the dense bushes to lean on and support one another.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMoisture \u0026amp; Pod Setting:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. In exceptionally hot, dry summer weather, gently misting the open flowers with tepid water in the evening will dramatically help the flowers pollinate and form crisp bean pods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHarvesting Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Use kitchen scissors to harvest the pods frequently while they are young, pencil-thin, and snap easily. Regular picking is vital, as it prevents the plant from shutting down to set seed, forcing it to continuously produce fresh flowers and an ongoing supply of fine beans until October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fothergill's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57563097596287,"sku":"FTG-47573","price":4.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0305\/7713\/1659\/files\/Fothergill_s_Dwarf_Bean_Ferrari_Seeds-1.jpg?v=1779201400","url":"https:\/\/www.sam-turner.co.uk\/products\/fothergills-dwarf-bean-ferrari-seeds","provider":"Sam Turner \u0026 Sons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}