Fire Tongue Dwarf Bean – 10 Seeds, Classic Borlotto, Red Striped Pod, Shelling, Easy to Grow, High Germination, Non-GMO
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Discover the pleasure of growing the classic Lingua di Fuoco (Fire Tongue) Dwarf Bean at home, a borlotto bean variety beloved for its deep red-striped pod and generous yield. This set of 10 seeds is the ideal choice for both avid gardeners and novices looking to enrich their garden with a tasty, proven-quality legume. Our seeds, carefully selected for their high germination rate and guaranteed non-GMO, will allow you to grow vigorous plants that produce shelling beans with an unmistakable flavor, perfect for a wide range of culinary preparations.
Technical and agronomic details:
Botanical name: Phaseolus vulgaris
Seed quantity: 10 seeds
Plant type and cultivation cycle: Annual, dwarf bushy plant that produces pods for summer harvest.
Plant height: Typically reaches a height of about 30-50 cm.
Uses: Ideal for fresh consumption (green beans), for shelling for fresh or dried seeds, excellent for soups, salads and side dishes.
Tasting Notes: Distinctive pods streaked with red on a light green background, containing cream-colored borlotti beans with red-brown spots. Rich flavor and mealy consistency after cooking.
Hardiness and Origin: A robust variety, suited to a variety of Mediterranean climates. Non-GMO seeds, selected for their quality.
Sowing period: Direct sowing is recommended from April to July, after the risk of frost has passed and the soil temperature has stabilized above 15°C.
Harvest time: The pods can be harvested about 60-70 days after planting for fresh consumption. For dried shelling beans, wait until the pods are fully mature and dry on the plant, usually within 90-100 days.
Optimal conditions for germination: Constant humidity and soil temperature between 18°C and 25°C.
Soil type: Prefers fertile, well-drained, medium-textured soil with a slightly acidic or neutral pH.
Recommended exposure: Full sun for at least 6-8 hours a day for optimal production.
Germination time: Generally between 7 and 14 days.
Pot or open ground cultivation: Excellent for growing in open ground in the vegetable garden, but also adapts well to large pots or containers on the balcony thanks to its dwarf growth habit.
Quality Specifications: Non-GMO seeds, classic and reliable variety, with a guaranteed high germination percentage.
Choosing Fire Tongue Dwarf Bean seeds means choosing an easy and rewarding crop. With its high germination rate and hardiness, even beginners can enjoy a bountiful harvest of this delicious legume. Ideal for those seeking organic garden seeds and fresh produce straight from their own garden, this variety offers not only a remarkable yield but also an intense flavor and versatile culinary uses. Add this extraordinary bean to your garden and prepare to reap the benefits of a simple and rewarding crop.