A hardy winter legume bearing long pods packed with large, buttery green seeds. Frost-tolerant and undemanding, it also enriches the soil with nitrogen.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 1.2 m tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Broad Bean 'Windsor Long Pod'
Botanically, Vicia faba 'Windsor Long Pod' is a moderate-growing edible plant in the Fabaceae family. It reaches around 1.2 m tall at maturity.
Where to grow Broad Bean 'Windsor Long Pod'
Broad Bean 'Windsor Long Pod' suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Broad Bean 'Windsor Long Pod' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Broad Bean 'Windsor Long Pod' does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Broad Bean 'Windsor Long Pod' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Broad Bean 'Windsor Long Pod' in the garden
Broad Bean 'Windsor Long Pod' earns its place for edible harvests.
Companion planting & design
Combine Broad Bean 'Windsor Long Pod' with plants that share its preference for regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Broad Bean 'Windsor Long Pod'
Plant Sale lists Broad Bean 'Windsor Long Pod' as seed and seedlings. Current stock is confirmed manually, so register interest above before planning around a specific size.
Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Broad Bean 'Windsor Long Pod' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.
