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Planting Guide
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Sow
Sowing and Growing Guide
Borlotto Lingua Fuoco Nano Dwarf Bean
Indoor Sowing
- Sow seeds indoors from mid-April to mid-May in pots or modules filled with multi-purpose compost.
- Plant the seeds 5cm deep and water well.
- Keep the pots/modules in a warm, bright location, such as a windowsill or greenhouse.
- Seedlings should emerge in 7-10 days.
Outdoor Sowing
- Sow seeds directly into the soil from mid-May to mid-June.
- Choose a sunny, sheltered spot with well-draining soil.
- Plant the seeds 5cm deep and 20cm apart in rows that are 45-60cm apart.
- Water well and keep the soil moist.
- Seedlings should emerge in 7-10 days.
Growing
- Water the plants regularly, especially during dry spells.
- Provide support for the plants to climb on, such as stakes or trellises.
- Pinch out the growing tips of the plants when they reach the desired height to encourage bushy growth.
- Harvest the beans when they are plump and the pods have started to dry out, usually in August or September.