Bean : Dwarf Bean : Nomad
Vegetable
- Cropping: 75 Days
- Ideal for: Children
Description
Bumper crops of straight, stringless, dark-green pencil pods, 12-14cm (5 to 5½ inches) long, of outstanding flavour.
Heavy yields can be encouraged if picked regularly.
This variety also has resistance against the problems of Common Bean Mosaic Virus and Anthracnose.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | early May to July. |
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| Sowing depth: | 4-5cm (1½ to 2 inches) |
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Sow outdoors in well-prepared soil.
Allow 15-20cm (6 to 8 inches) between plants and 45cm (18 inches) between rows.
Germination and establishment can be poor in cold wet soils, in this case sow mid April in pots indoors, plant out from late May.
Can be sown in March for protected growing in greenhouse.
Growing Instructions
Flowers are self pollinating (no insects required).
Pick regularly whilst young to give highest yields and extend the season.
Aftercare Instructions
Harvest July to October, or from June with protected growing.
Height 45cm (18 inches).
Caution
Please note that beans must be cooked before eating to avoid discomfort.
