Description
Vicia faba
Fava beans were originally grown in North Africa and have since been grown around the Mediterranean region for thousands of years. They are delightful fresh!
Needs cool weather to produce successfully so planting in late winter/early spring is very important. Harvest for fresh eating when the pods are large and shiny. It's better to harvest them a little young, as they will toughen up with maturity. (You're in good company, favas!)
According to plant breeder William Schlegel, the parent varieties are Frog Island Nation, Joseph Lofthouse's Landrace Fava, Ianto's Return, and Windsor Fava Beans.
Seeds grown by Titbout's Seeds in Missoula, MT.
Seeds bred by William Schlegel in Ronan, MT- OSSI-Pledged
15 seeds.
Directions: Direct seed outside as soon as soil can be worked in spring, or plant in late summer. Provide 18" spacing between rows.
|
Planting Depth |
Seed Spacing |
Days to Germination |
Days to Maturity |
|
1” |
6” |
6-14 |
80 |