Item Number: SNV8341
Broad Windsor Fava Bean Seeds (Organic)
Broad Windsor Fava Bean Seeds (Organic)
Creamy texture, heirloom quality.
Broad Windsor Fava Bean is a classic heirloom variety cherished for its large, green pods and creamy, flavorful seeds. Each pod grows up to 6-8 inches long, containing 4-6 plump beans that can be eaten fresh or dried for long-term storage. The beans have a rich, nutty flavor and creamy texture, making them perfect for soups, stews, salads, or as a simple side dish. Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, Broad Windsor Fava Beans are a cool-season crop, maturing in about 75-85 days. The tall, sturdy plants can grow up to 4 feet tall and produce beautiful white flowers with black markings, adding ornamental value to your garden. This variety also enriches the soil by fixing nitrogen, benefiting other crops in your rotation. Easy to grow and highly productive, Broad Windsor Fava Beans are a rewarding addition to any garden. Whether you’re cooking them fresh or preserving them for later, these beans deliver heirloom quality and exceptional flavor.
Bean - Fava Broad Windsor - Vicia faba
Hardy Annual Bush. Heirloom. This is the classic, large-seeded English fava with strong, upright plants bearing 3-5 very large, tender, light-green seeds for fresh shelling. The mature, light-brown seeds are excellent in soups and hummus.
Did You Know? Also called Horse or Broad bean, the Fava is not really a bean at all, but a member of the pea-vetch family.
Soil & Water: Legumes like well-drained soil rich in organic matter with a moderate amount of nutrients. Water lightly at planting, moderately at flowering, and heavily throughout harvest time. Avoid overhead watering.
Planting & Growing: This tall legume is deep-rooted. Where winter lows stay above 10°F (-12°C) sow in September. Cold climates sow in the spring. Raw seed requires Pea-Vetch or Garden Combination inoculant. Avoid hot weather.
Harvesting & Storage: Long pods are filled with large, edible beans which are popular fresh, dried or pickled. Each 5-6" pod contains 3-5 large, fresh green shell beans.
Soil Temperature: 50-80°F
Planting Depth: 1"
Germination: 6-12 Days
Height At Maturity: 4’
Days to Maturity: 70 Days
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Spacing After Thinning: 4"-6"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 10 Seeds
For more information, please enjoy our Resource Guide for planting and growing beans.
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Description
Description
Broad Windsor Fava Bean is a classic heirloom variety cherished for its large, green pods and creamy, flavorful seeds. Each pod grows up to 6-8 inches long, containing 4-6 plump beans that can be eaten fresh or dried for long-term storage. The beans have a rich, nutty flavor and creamy texture, making them perfect for soups, stews, salads, or as a simple side dish. Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, Broad Windsor Fava Beans are a cool-season crop, maturing in about 75-85 days. The tall, sturdy plants can grow up to 4 feet tall and produce beautiful white flowers with black markings, adding ornamental value to your garden. This variety also enriches the soil by fixing nitrogen, benefiting other crops in your rotation. Easy to grow and highly productive, Broad Windsor Fava Beans are a rewarding addition to any garden. Whether you’re cooking them fresh or preserving them for later, these beans deliver heirloom quality and exceptional flavor.
Bean - Fava Broad Windsor - Vicia faba
Hardy Annual Bush. Heirloom. This is the classic, large-seeded English fava with strong, upright plants bearing 3-5 very large, tender, light-green seeds for fresh shelling. The mature, light-brown seeds are excellent in soups and hummus.
Did You Know? Also called Horse or Broad bean, the Fava is not really a bean at all, but a member of the pea-vetch family.
Soil & Water: Legumes like well-drained soil rich in organic matter with a moderate amount of nutrients. Water lightly at planting, moderately at flowering, and heavily throughout harvest time. Avoid overhead watering.
Planting & Growing: This tall legume is deep-rooted. Where winter lows stay above 10°F (-12°C) sow in September. Cold climates sow in the spring. Raw seed requires Pea-Vetch or Garden Combination inoculant. Avoid hot weather.
Harvesting & Storage: Long pods are filled with large, edible beans which are popular fresh, dried or pickled. Each 5-6" pod contains 3-5 large, fresh green shell beans.
Soil Temperature: 50-80°F
Planting Depth: 1"
Germination: 6-12 Days
Height At Maturity: 4’
Days to Maturity: 70 Days
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Spacing After Thinning: 4"-6"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 10 Seeds
For more information, please enjoy our Resource Guide for planting and growing beans.
Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand seeds 
are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s). Peaceful Valley brand vegetable seeds are all non-GMO and Certified Organic.
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Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Shipping Weight: 0.04 lb
Dimensions: 4.5"L x 3.25"W x 0.1"H
Features
Features
- Cold Hardy
- Down to 25°F
- Fixes Nitrogen
- Heirloom
- Open-Pollinated
Characteristics
Characteristics
Planting & Care
Planting & Care
Soil & Water: Legumes like well-drained soil rich in organic matter with a moderate amount of nutrients. Water lightly at planting, moderately at flowering, and heavily throughout harvest time. Avoid overhead watering.
Planting & Growing: This tall legume is deep-rooted. Where winter lows stay above 10°F (-12°C) sow in September. Cold climates sow in the spring. Raw seed requires Pea-Vetch or Garden Combination inoculant. Avoid hot weather.
Harvesting & Storage: Long pods are filled with large, edible beans which are popular fresh, dried or pickled. Each 5-6" pod contains 3-5 large, fresh green shell beans.
Useful Information
Useful Information
Guarantee
Guarantee
Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).
