₹90.00
Fava beans, also known as broad beans or Vicia faba, are a type of legume that have been cultivated for thousands of years and are native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia.
This desi Fava bean is an incredible plant having the capability to fix up to 200 pounds of nitrogen per acre into the soil.
Nutritional Value: Fava beans are highly nutritious and are an excellent source of protein, fiber, vitamins (such as folate, vitamin K, and vitamin B6), and minerals (including iron, manganese, and potassium).
Growing Conditions: Fava beans are cool-season crops that prefer mild climates.
30 seeds per packet
Latin Name: Vicia faba
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season
Planting Season: Cool
Days to Maturity: 75+
Best Planting Method: Direct or transplant
Days to Germination:Â 10-20
Plant Spacing: 6″
Life Cycle: Annual
Growth Habit: Non-Branching, Upright
Seed Colour: Black
Plant Characteristics: Easy to Grow & Maintain
Neetu Aggarwal –
These beans germinated quickly and required minimal watering. They appeared resistant to pests and diseases while offering satisfying yields.
Ashok Mahant –
Direct sowed in November, and almost every seed came up. Looking forward to a good harvest
Rinka Biswas –
The seeds arrived nicely packaged. I planted them the first week of September and kept them well watered. They all germinated in couple weeks.
Sanket Shah –
Viable seeds. Planted in pots and will transfer to plot as soon as weather warms.