Aguadulce Broad Bean Seeds 20 meters

Aguadulce Broad Bean Seeds 20 meters (Reference: 1301651) - This emblematic variety from the Vilmorin brand represents excellence in vegetable seeds. Aguadulce broad beans are renowned for their exceptional earliness and remarkable productivity, offering gardeners a generous harvest from the first months of spring.

A versatile variety for all gardens

Aguadulce broad beans adapt perfectly to family vegetable gardens as well as larger crops. This very early variety suits beginner gardeners thanks to its ease of cultivation, as well as experienced gardeners who appreciate its reliability and consistent yields. Perfect for regions with mild winters, it can be sown from February for an early harvest. The exceptionally long and wide pods contain 8 to 9 large white fleshy beans, ideal for fresh consumption or preservation. This variety integrates perfectly into crop rotation, enriching the soil with nitrogen thanks to its legume properties.

Technical characteristics and varietal innovation

The Aguadulce broad bean is distinguished by its exceptionally developed pods, which can reach 25 to 30 cm in length. Each pod contains 8 to 9 pearly white beans, particularly fleshy and flavorful. The plant develops a robust stem that can reach 1.20 to 1.50 meters in height, requiring appropriate support to optimize production. Vilmorin seeds benefit from a rigorous selection process guaranteeing a high germination rate and uniformity of development. The 20-meter packet covers a generous surface, with an optimal sowing density of 4 to 5 seeds every 15 cm. This variety shows excellent cold resistance, tolerating temperatures down to -5°C, allowing early sowing.

Sowing technique and cultural management

Sowing Aguadulce broad beans is ideally done from February to March depending on regions, in well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Dig furrows 3 to 4 cm deep, respecting a spacing of 40 cm between rows. Place 4 to 5 seeds in small holes every 15 cm, then gently cover with fine soil. Moderate but regular watering promotes uniform emergence in 8 to 15 days depending on climatic conditions. Once plants reach 15 cm in height, proceed with light earthing up to strengthen root anchoring. When stems exceed 50 cm, install stakes or netting to prevent lodging. The pinching technique above the 10th leaf accelerates pod formation and concentrates the plant''s energy on production.

Expert advice and cultural synergies

To maximize your yields, associate your broad beans with leafy vegetables like spinach or lamb''s lettuce, which will benefit from the nitrogen fixed by the broad beans. Avoid proximity to garlic and onions which can inhibit their development. Harvest is spread over 4 to 6 weeks, start when the pods are well-formed but still green and the beans are clearly visible. For optimal consumption, pick them in the morning and consume within 2 to 3 days maximum to preserve their tenderness. Broad beans keep perfectly by freezing after blanching. At the end of cultivation, don''t destroy the plants but bury them as green manure to enrich your soil with nitrogen. This practice ideally prepares the ground for demanding crops like tomatoes or squash. Watch for black aphid attacks that can colonize the tips: a preventive treatment with black soap is effective.

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