Extra Early Fava Bean Purple Grain – 10 Seeds, Characteristic Seed, Very Productive, Traditional, Easy to Grow, High Germinability, Non-GMO

Discover the authentic pleasure of growing your own legumes with our Extra Early Purple Grain Fava Bean seeds. This variety, a true traditional treasure, was selected for gardening enthusiasts and those seeking superior quality products for their home garden. Easy to grow and remarkably early, it's the ideal choice for abundant harvests in spring. Characterized by an unmistakable, intense purple seed and excellent productivity, this bean combines history, aesthetics, and flavor, ensuring a rewarding experience from seed to plate. Technical and agronomic details: Botanical name: Vicia faba Seed quantity: 10 selected seeds Plant Type and Cultivation Cycle: Annual plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. "Extra Early" variety with a shortened cultivation cycle, ideal for early spring harvests. Plant height: Typically reaches a height of 60-120 cm, developing sturdy stems and decorative flowers. Uses: Primarily culinary, the seeds can be eaten fresh, dried, or used in a wide range of traditional and innovative dishes. The plant is also an excellent green manure, enriching the soil with nitrogen. Sensory characteristics: The seeds are distinguished by their unique, deep purple-brown color when ripe. They have a sweet flavor and a fleshy texture, particularly appreciated when harvested young. Hardiness and Origin: Traditional heirloom variety, robust and well-adapted to temperate climates. Naturally resistant to many common pests. Sowing season: October to December in regions with mild winters, or February to April in other areas. Early sowing favors an earlier harvest. Harvest season: April-May for fall planting; June-July for spring planting. Its early ripening allows for earlier harvest pleasures. Optimal conditions for germination: Requires a soil temperature between 8°C and 18°C. Keep the soil constantly moist but not soggy. Soil type: Prefers medium-textured, well-drained soil with a good amount of organic matter. It tolerates a variety of soil types, but a neutral or slightly alkaline pH is ideal. Recommended exposure: Full sun for most of the day, ensuring vigorous growth and good flowering/fruiting. Germination time: Generally 7-14 days from sowing, depending on environmental conditions and soil temperature. Pot or open ground cultivation: Suitable for open ground cultivation for optimal yields, but can also be grown in pots or deep containers (at least 30 cm deep) for small spaces or balconies. Quality Specifications: Our organic garden seeds are Non-GMO (No GMO), of traditional varieties and selected to guarantee high germination. Choosing the Extra Early Violet Grain Fava Bean means investing in a variety of garden seeds that guarantees not only a generous harvest but also a rewarding and successful growing experience. Thanks to its high germination rate and robust nature, it is an incredibly resilient plant, suitable even for those new to growing. Its seeds, with their unmistakable flavor and unique appearance, will enrich your table with freshness and authenticity. Enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting delicious and nutritious fava beans directly from your garden, with the certainty of easy cultivation and high yields.