Broad Beans are known as Fava Beans in the US (made famous by Hannibal Lecter…)
Watch out for pesky aphids – they love a braw-d be-en.
Recruit plenty of
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TIPS
- They need something to climb up
- Water plant at the base
- Eat them while they are young – you can even eat the whole pod
- Once beans appear pinch new shoots off
Visit the RHS for more growing advice
There are some fabulous recipes out there – try and eat them when they are young – you can eat the whole pod when it’s juicy and tender. I love the recipes on the Olive site and check out Jamie’s Broad bean, garlic and feta bruschettaΒ ππ±β€οΈ
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