A recently developed Broad Bean with longer pods and largerA recently developed Broad Bean with longer pods and largerseeds than traditional varieties. It grows best in heavy but welldrainedsoils but if the soil is too rich the plants will produce a lotof leaf and very few pods. For this reason the bean crop shouldfollow a leaf crop such as cabbage or lettuce.While the crop is growing keep free of weeds and once it reaches20cm high apply a complete fertilizer.Gather pods as they become ready for use to prolong bearingperiod.