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Bean – Black Valentine
$3.99
An heritage variety cultivated since the late 19th century, Black Valentine’s green and round beans are 12 to 15 cm long and have no string. Good flavor and good productivity. Dwarf plant of 45 cm height. Good resistance to the mosaic of the bean. The seeds are black and shiny.
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Additional information
| Seeds | ~60 |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | |
| Sowing | |
| Lifecycle | |
| Root cellar | |
| Sowing season |
Growing tips
Conditions of germination:
- depth of sowing: 2.5 cm
- optimal temperatures of germination: 18 to 29ºC
- time for germination: 5 to 12 days
When to sow:
- direct sowing after any risk of frost when the soil is warm (18ºC and above)
Sowing technique: in line
- draw a line in the soil (in a pot or in the ground), then sow the seeds in it
Distance in the garden:
- between plants: 10-15 cm
- between rows: 45 cm
Height of the plants: 45 cm
Soil: rich and well drained
Exposure: full sun
- Days to harvest (from sowing): 50 days
Specificity:
- Sow every two weeks until the end of July for a continuous harvest.
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