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Large, creamy white beans in bold black-and-white pods. Extremely cold-hardy — can be planted in fall or early spring before last frost. Rich in protein, fiber, and folate. The classic spring bean of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine.
Sow 2 inches deep, 6-8 inches apart, in rich well-drained soil. Plant 4-6 weeks before last spring frost — fava beans thrive in cool weather. In zones 6+, fall planting produces larger yields. Stake tall varieties if needed. Inoculate with fava bean innoculant for better nitrogen fixation.
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Fava Bean (Extra Precoce) grows across 11 USDA hardiness zones. Explore the catalog for any of them: