{"product_id":"broad-bean-mix","title":"Broad Bean Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic favourite in the vegetable garden, known for its high nutritional value, adaptability, and ease of growth. This mix includes a stunning array of white, black, and purple-flowered varieties, making it as attractive as it is productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePods can be enjoyed whole when young (up to 8cm\/3in), shelled and eaten fresh, or dried for storage. The plants are a magnet for pollinators, adding ecological benefits while ensuring bountiful yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere Can You Grow Broad Bean Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroad Beans thrive in Zones 3-9, preferring full sun and well-drained soil. They are highly frost-tolerant and ideal for early spring planting. Perfect for garden beds, raised beds, or naturalised settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroad beans have been cultivated for thousands of years, originating in the Mediterranean and spreading across Europe. As a staple in British vegetable gardens, they have long been valued for their versatility and nutritional benefits. These beans are packed with protein, fibre, and essential vitamins, making them a vital ingredient in many traditional dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 8-9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds directly in early spring or autumn for successive harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 5-7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant seeds outdoors in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 3-4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors in early spring or plant outdoors with protection to extend the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Broad Bean Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 2.5-5cm (1-2in) deep and 15-20cm (6-8in) apart in rows 45-60cm (18-24in) apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist, especially during flowering and pod formation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest young pods for fresh eating, or allow pods to mature fully for shelling or drying. Regular picking encourages continuous production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide light staking or a trellis if plants grow tall in windy areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllow Pods to Mature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let some pods dry completely on the plant until they turn brown and brittle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collect the dried pods and remove the seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean and Dry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spread seeds on a clean towel or screen to dry for 1-2 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Properly stored seeds remain viable for 3-5 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811197432050,"sku":"MF-BEAN-002","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/Broad-Bean-Seeds-scaled_70af15c5-0e7e-40a3-9a64-0128af05ef6a.jpg?v=1772481908","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/fr\/products\/broad-bean-mix","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}