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Negretta Broad Bean
Scientific Name: Vicia faba 'Negretta'
Also Known As
- Field Bean
- Negretta Fava Bean
Plant type
annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 1-11
Negretta Broad Bean plant details
Negretta Broad Bean is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Negretta Broad Bean
- Plant type: annual / biennial fruit / vegetable
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in summer
- Uses: edible
GROWING CONDITIONS for Negretta Broad Bean
- USDA Zones: 1 - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
An extra early maturing, purple seeded fava bean. This Italian variety can mature almost a month before other favas, allowing you to use the space for other crops. The 9-10 inch pods are filled with 6-7 bright green seeds when mature. If allowed to dry, the seeds will turn an intense purple.
By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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Gardening facts about Negretta Broad Bean plant
How to Grow Negretta Broad Bean
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Scientific Name: Vicia faba 'Ianto's'
aka Bean 'Ianto's' "Fava Bean"
Plant Type
Annual / Biennial, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
1-12
Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun
- regular
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