Fava beans

Start
Sow seed outdoors
Light
Full sun
Space
Variety-dependent

Fava beans prefer cooler conditions than snap beans. Use the local city calendar to choose a suitable sowing window.

The sturdy, erect plants generally do not need support. Spacing varies by cultivar and growth habit.

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