Broad Bean Seeds
Vicia faba
How to grow Broad Bean from seed — sowing depth, method, germination and the best season to sow.
Sowing at a glance
- Difficulty: beginner
- Sowing depth: 40 mm
- Method: Direct sow where it is to grow
- Pre-treatment: Soak seed before sowing
- Germination: 10-14 days
- Days to harvest: 120-150 days
- Best sown in: autumn, winter
- Seed storage life: 2 years
- Packet: approx. 25 seeds
When to sow by region
| Region | Sow in |
|---|---|
| brisbane | autumn, winter |
| sydney | autumn |
| melbourne | autumn |
| perth | autumn |
| canberra | autumn |
| adelaide | autumn |
Sowing steps
- Prepare the seed first (soak before sowing).
- Prepare a weed-free, finely raked bed where the plants are to grow.
- Sow about 40 mm deep and water in gently.
- Keep evenly moist and warm; expect germination in 10-14 days.