B&Q - French Bean (Climbing) Barlotta Lingua Di Fuoco Nano

Name: B&Q - French Bean (Climbing) Barlotta Lingua Di Fuoco Nano
Brand: Unwins

Unwins

Unwins Dwarf French Bean Barlotta Lingua di Fuoco Nano Seeds create striking red pods. Ideal for growing at the base of other climbing plants.This French Bean is delicious steamed or you can store shelled beans for winter stews. They are also a good source of vitamins and antioxidants.Perfect for potsStriking red pods and mottled beansPerfect for pots and raised bedsQuick to GrowSow: April to JuneHarvest: July to OctoberSow IndoorsSow individually in clean pots or modules of compost, 5 cm deep. Water well. Keep on a warm windowsill or in a propagator, maintaining a minimum temperature of 12°C.Growing On / Planting OutSlowly acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out in May to June when the risk of frost has passed, 15 to 20 cm apart in full sun, in soil with added organic matter. Keep soil moist at all times.Sowing OutdoorsSow direct into the required harvest location, 5 cm deep, 15 to 20 cm apart. Allow 30 cm between rows. Keep soil moist at all times. If planting in containers, choose one at least 30 cm in diameter.AdviceSow early for mature beans as they are slower to grow. Young, tender pods may be picked and steamed whole. Alternatively, leave the pods on until fully mature, harvesting when dry, but before the first frost. Do not pick after rain. Remove beans from pods, lay out in a warm place to dry until hard. Store in an airtight jar. Also suitable for freezing. Cook pods and beans to avoid discomfort when eating.