Fava Aguadulce Superlonga – 10 Seeds, Record-Breaking Pods, Sweet and Fleshy Grains, Gourmet, Easy to Grow, High Germinability, Non-GMO
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Immerse yourself in the world of home growing with our Superlonga Aguadulce Fava Bean seeds, an excellent choice for any gardening enthusiast, from beginner to expert. This variety, renowned for its exceptional quality and easy growth, will guarantee you a bountiful harvest of record-breaking pods, long and generous, containing sweet, fleshy beans with a sublime flavor. Ideal for those seeking fresh, wholesome produce straight from their own garden, the Superlonga Aguadulce Bean is a guarantee of culinary success and satisfaction, elevating every dish with its aromatic profile and unmistakable texture.
Technical details:
Botanical Name: Vicia faba
Seed Quantity: 10 carefully selected seeds, ensuring high germination for a successful start.
Plant Type and Crop Cycle: Annual plant belonging to the legume family. Its medium-short crop cycle makes it an excellent choice for crop rotation and timely harvests.
Average Plant Height: Fava Aguadulce Superlonga plants generally reach a height of 80-120 cm, developing a robust habit that often does not require support in optimal conditions.
Uses: Extremely versatile in the kitchen. The grains can be eaten fresh (raw or cooked), steamed, added to soups, stews, or used as a delicious side dish. They are also excellent for preservation by freezing or drying, preserving their nutritional qualities.
Tasting Notes: Characterized by exceptionally long (up to 25-30 cm) and well-filled pods, with 8-10 beans per pod. The beans are large, vibrant, bright green, tender, sweet, and with a meaty texture that makes them perfect for gourmet preparations.
Hardiness and Origin: This is a traditional variety, renowned for its hardiness and high resistance to the main common legume diseases and pests. Our seeds are non-GMO, guaranteeing a natural product with controlled origins and superior quality.
Recommended Sowing Period: In regions with mild winters, sowing is possible in autumn (October-November). In areas with colder winters, sowing is recommended in early spring (February-April) to avoid damage from late frosts.
Harvest Period: Harvest usually begins in late spring to early summer, approximately 90-110 days after sowing, depending on climatic conditions and cultivation method.
Optimal Germination Conditions: Requires a soil temperature between 10°C and 20°C and constant humidity. It is essential to avoid waterlogging, which can compromise germination.
Soil Type: Prefers deep, well-drained, medium-textured soils rich in organic matter and with a neutral pH (6.0-7.0). It also helps improve soil fertility thanks to its ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen.
Recommended Exposure: Fava Aguadulce Superlonga thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day for vigorous growth and abundant production.
Germination Times: Seeds generally germinate within 7-14 days of sowing, but times may vary slightly depending on environmental conditions and soil temperature.
Pot or Ground Cultivation: Although it thrives best in open ground for full root development and maximum production, it can also be grown in large pots (at least 30 cm in diameter and depth) with good drainage, making it suitable for balconies and terraces.
Quality Specifications: Our organic (Non-GMO) garden seeds are carefully selected to ensure high germination rates and varietal fidelity. We grow and supply only traditional, reliable, and proven varieties.
Choosing the Superlong Aguadulce Fava Bean means choosing excellence for your garden. Thanks to its high yield, its extraordinary ease of cultivation, suitable even for beginners, and its unmistakable intense and sweet aroma, this variety will transform your garden into an inexhaustible source of goodness. Its remarkable culinary versatility and the plant's robustness make it a smart investment for those who want to enjoy fresh, healthy, and delicious legumes, grown with love and respect for nature, guaranteeing a rewarding culinary and gardening experience.