A very good flavoured broad bean, with good pod length and remarkable table qualities. It may well be the best green-seeded variety, excellent for deep freezing and growing well under all conditions. Height: 75-90cm (30-36in)
When it comes to flavour, Broad Bean 'Masterpiece Green Longpod' is hard to beat. This RHS AGM variety has long been a popular choice for its generous, long pods filled with up to seven exceptionally tasty and nutritious green beans.
A popular, classic variety which produces huge reliable crops of long pods with 6-7 delicious, large green beans each. Beans must be picked regularly while small and tender and note that any surplus is well suited to freezing for winter use. Pods can also be picked when they are immature to be cooked and eaten whole. Both outdoor and indoor sowing possible but note that plants may require support in exposed locations. Easy to grow and versatile, peas and beans make a delicious and nutritious addition to any meal. As well as being a traditional side, legumes also provide a terrific source of protein for a vegan diet. Peas and broad beans prefer cool conditions but need to be grown in full sun or partial shade. Short on space? Many varieties are well suited to growing in plant pots. Ideally you do not want to overcook either peas or beans, keeping just a touch of crispness.Characteristics:When To Sow: February-MayWhen To Harvest: June-AugustSoil Type: Rich, well dug, fertilised soilPacket Contents: Average 50 seedsLatin Name: Vicia fabaTransplanting: If sowing indoors will need transplanting outdoorsJohnsons' premium ranges of flower and vegetable packet seeds feature captivating flowers and authentic vegetables from around the world. No matter what the size of your growing space, either a spacious garden or a limited patio, the high quality of Johnsons' seeds cater for any needs.Explore more of our horticultural range; we have a wide selection of gardening essentials available from compost to plant pots Have a query or can't find something you're looking for? We receive new deliveries every week, so if the item you wish to purchase is currently out of stock, please contact our Customer Services Team and we may be able to reserve the items you require.Please note: Plants and seeds are classed as perishable goods and are excluded from our returns policy. This does not affect your statutory rights. See our Cancellation & Returns page for further details. In the unlikely event that you receive your goods damaged or you have been sent the incorrect item, please report your issues to our customer service team as soon as possible. Perishable goods cannot be returned unless we have sent the wrong item, or they are damaged.
Juicy, sweet and stringless, these 10cm (4in) crisp, flat pods are a marvellous way to eat peas. They?re ideal added to stir-fries or for steaming lightly. This variety has good resistance to powdery mildew and gives a good harvest throughout summer. Height: 90cm (35). Spread: 25cm (10).