Achieve reliable garden success with Vicia Faba Seeds – Green Leaf Abundant Harvest Variety, known for its robust growth, large pods, and nutrient-rich beans. Vicia faba, also called broad bean or fava bean, is a cool-season crop that thrives in early spring and fall gardens, offering dependable and abundant production.

This green leaf variety is prized for its strong stems, large leaves, and high-yielding pods filled with tender, flavorful beans. Ideal for gardeners who want a hardy, productive, and cool-weather-friendly plant, these non-GMO seeds germinate well and adapt to raised beds, garden rows, and small farming plots.

Perfect for fresh cooking, drying, and long-season harvesting.

Features

• Premium non-GMO Vicia Faba seeds
• Green leaf, high-production variety
• Cool-season plant ideal for spring and fall
• Strong germination and vigorous growth
• High-yield pods with flavorful beans
• Excellent for home gardens and raised beds
• Hardy and reliable in various climates

Specifications

• Seed Type: Vicia Faba Seeds
• Common Name (US): Broad Bean Seeds
• Plant Type: Cool-season annual
• Heirloom: Varies by seed batch
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Season: Early spring or fall planting
• USDA Zones: 3–10
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial sun
• Soil Requirements: Loose, well-drained soil
• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
• Days to Germination: 7–14 days
• Days to Maturity: 75–100 days
• Growth Habit: Upright bushy plant
• Plant Height: 30–48 inches
• Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Ideal Uses: Fresh eating, cooking, drying

Planting Guide

• When to Plant:
• Plant outdoors as soon as soil is workable in early spring.
• For fall crops, sow 8–10 weeks before first frost.
• How to Plant:
• Sow seeds 1–2 inches deep.
• Space seeds 4–6 inches apart in rows spaced 18–30 inches.
• Keep soil lightly moist during germination.
• Sunlight:
• Tolerates partial sun but performs best in full sun.
• Watering:
• Maintain consistent moisture for pod development.
• Support:
• Taller plants may need light staking during pod-heavy stages.
• Harvesting:
• Harvest pods when they are full and firm.
• For dried beans, allow pods to mature fully on the plant.