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• Crops in : June onwards

Description

(White Seeded). Perfect for early sowings in February, as this variety shows excellent tolerance to cold weather. Witkiem produces a good crop of plump, well-filled pods with big tasty beans which will be ready to harvest in June. Recommended for home freezing. Can also be sown successionally through to May. Height: 100cm (40 inches).

Sowing Instructions

Ideally sown in double rows, 5cm (2in) deep in well prepared soil, 20-23cm (8-9in) apart both in the row and between each row. Allow at least 60cm (24in) between each double row. Germination takes about 10 days.

Aftercare

Keep well watered especially when flowering and as pods set. Pinch out growing tip once pods have set to help deter blackfly. Pick regularly as the pods swell and the beans are tasty, soft and tender, and to promote further pod production.

Nutritional Information

Freshly picked small, tender broad beans are packed full of vitamins A,C & E, and also a good source of protein and fibre.

Kitchen Notes

Mix freshly cooked Broad Beans with chopped summer savoury for an extra zing.