Plant Overview
Broad Beans
Vicia faba
Easy
Hardy winter crop, fixes nitrogen in soil
Quick Information
Sowing Period
Start: Early August
End: Mid August
Growing Difficulty
Easy
Detailed Growing Information
Growing Tips
Direct sow in well-drained soil. Provide support when plants are tall. Pinch out growing tips to prevent blackfly.
Companion Plants
Plants that grow well with Broad Beans
Potatoes
Brassicas
Summer Savory
Nasturtiums