Broad Windsor beans are prolific yielders. Plants produce long 15-20 cm (6-8") pods with 4-6 large, flat beans inside. This variety is also tolerant of frost, and has fragrant flowers.
SKU: 140092
Growing Information
Grows Best In:
Full Sun
Days to Germination:
6 to 14 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to Maturity:
60 to 70 days
Growing Height:
45-60 cm (18-24")
Key Features
Plant Type: Vegetable
Botanical Name: Vicia faba
Fill Weight (grams): 18
Approximate Seed Count: 12-15
Planting Method: Sow Direct
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Seed Type: Heirloom
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Flavor: Meaty and hearty
Tolerance: frost
Preparation Ideas: Remove beans from pods and rinse with water. Boil beans in water just until tender and drain. Fry desired amount of chopped bacon until browned. For enhanced taste, add chopped onion and garlic. Add beans to the bacon mixutre and fry for 5 minutes to blend flavors, stirring frequently.
Sow seeds when the soil is warm and all danger of frost is past. Pick early and often to encourage production. Pick when plump and cook like peas or lima beans.