Vermont Bean Seed Company Broad Windsor Fava Bean
Best reliable cool weather crop for home vegetable gardeners.
A reliable cool-weather staple that thrives in early spring. These heavy-yielding bush plants offer sweet, pea-like flavor and versatile harvesting options, from young snap beans to mature shell beans.
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Who it's for
- Northern gardeners facing short growing seasons and early spring frosts
- Home cooks seeking nutritious and filling homegrown staples
- Organic gardeners looking to boost soil health naturally
Who should skip it
- Southern growers in regions with rapid transitions to high heat
- Busy cooks who prefer low-maintenance vegetable prep
- Gardeners wanting a hands-off, pest-resistant growing experience
Performance breakdown
Yield Consistency
Heavy-yielding bush habit ensures a reliable harvest for home gardeners.
Culinary Versatility
Adaptable from snap bean stage to mature shell bean harvest.
Climate Resilience
Thrives in cool spring conditions but falters under intense summer heat.
Flavor Profile
Sweet, pea-like taste offers a refined flavor for fresh eating.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward planting requirements make this an accessible choice for beginners.
Edible Utility
Bonus harvest of nutritious leaves adds extra value to the garden.
Key Specs
Growing Zones
3 to 9
Planting Season
Spring
Planting Depth
1 inch
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Days to Germination
7 to 10 days
Days to Maturity
85 days
Spacing
2 inches
Variety Type
Open Pollinated
Botanical Name
Vicia faba
Edible Parts
Seeds
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