Suttons Broad Bean The Sutton (dwarf)

Bred by Suttons. Can be sown in succession March-July outdoors, and November-February under cloches to produce a very early crop. Recommended for small gardens. Sown as instructed, a packet of seed is sufficient for a single row of approximately 8.3m.

Sow direct into soil prepared y digging and raking at a depth of 50mm spacing the seeds alternatively in rows 15-23cm rows apart. Allow 38cm between further row.s Germinationt akes 7-21 days. Can also be sown in pots or trays of compost on a windowsill or in a greenhouse for eventual planting outside. Grows best in a sheltered site but not shaded in well drained soil. Pinching out tips helps to prevent attack of blackfly. Ideal for early and late sowings under cloches and for sucessional sowing outdoors. Water well during dry weather to aid setting and bean formation.
Swoing -> Cropping – 12-14 weeks.
Height: 38-45cm