VegPlotter: Online Vegetable Garden and Allotment PlannerMar 1
Plant broad beans (fava beans) 2in deep, 8in apart in rows 18in apart. Use stakes for support. Keep soil moist, protect from frost, and consider companion planting with dill or marigold to deter pests. Pinch out tops after first pods form to fight blackfly. #Gardening #BroadBeans
VegPlotterMar 1
Plant broad beans (fava beans) 2in deep, 8in apart in rows 18in apart. Use stakes for support. Keep soil moist, protect from frost, and consider companion planting with dill or marigold to deter pests. Pinch out tops after first pods form to fight blackfly. #Gardening #BroadBeans
Graham WardFeb 22
When I was young I didn't really like #BroadBeans they seemed to have a rather unpleasant aftertaste apart from their skins being tough. Now I #growmyown, Super Aquadulce and they are perfect - can't get enough of them. Is it me that's changed or did we grow awful varieties 40 years ago? #allotment #growyourown
VegPlotter: Online Vegetable Garden and Allotment PlannerFeb 20
Broad beans are a powerhouse in the garden! Not only do they produce a bountiful crop, they're nitrogen fixers, enriching the soil for future plants. Plus, they're packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins. A true superfood! #BroadBeans #GardenMagic #HealthyHarvest
VegPlotterFeb 20
Broad beans are a powerhouse in the garden! Not only do they produce a bountiful crop, they're nitrogen fixers, enriching the soil for future plants. Plus, they're packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins. A true superfood! #BroadBeans #GardenMagic #HealthyHarvest
VegPlotter: Online Vegetable Garden and Allotment PlannerFeb 16
🌱 Spring (Feb to Apr) is the perfect time for planting broad beans! Start them off in pots or sow directly into well-drained soil, in a sunny spot. Space them 8 inches apart & support with stakes. Water regularly & wait for the magic to happen. #GardeningTips #BroadBeans 🌿
VegPlotterFeb 16
🌱 Spring (Feb to Apr) is the perfect time for planting broad beans! Start them off in pots or sow directly into well-drained soil, in a sunny spot. Space them 8 inches apart & support with stakes. Water regularly & wait for the magic to happen. #GardeningTips #BroadBeans 🌿
VegPlotterOct 4
October is perfect for planting broad beans (fava beans) for an early crop next spring! 🍂
Top tips:
1️⃣ Choose a hardy, overwintering variety like 'Aquadulce Claudia'.
2️⃣ Plant seeds 5cm deep in a sunny, well-drained spot to protect them from frost and mice.
#Gardening #GrowYourOwn #BroadBeans
VegPlotter: Online Vegetable Garden and Allotment PlannerOct 4
October is perfect for planting broad beans (fava beans) for an early crop next spring! 🍂 Top tips: 1️⃣ Choose a hardy, overwintering variety like 'Aquadulce Claudia'. 2️⃣ Plant seeds 5cm deep in a sunny, well-drained spot to protect them from frost and mice. #Gardening #GrowYourOwn #BroadBeans
At home with Mrs ESep 19

🌱 Paddock to Plate Saturday
Fresh from the spring garden: Broad Bean & Mint Pesto Pasta 🍋🌿

Broad beans + mint + early spring herbs = a pesto that’s bright, nourishing, and perfect for tossing through wholegrain pasta. Add a sprinkle of lemon zest and parmesan, and dinner is ready in under 30 minutes.

Simple, seasonal, and family-friendly. 💚

#PaddockToPlate #SpringRecipes #BroadBeans #KitchenGardenCooking #PestoPasta #SeasonalEating #EatTheSeason #FreshFromtheGarden

https://athomewithmrse.com/2025/09/20/spring-broad-bean-mint-pesto-pasta/

Spring Broad Bean & Mint Pesto Pasta - At home with Mrs E

Spring recipes featuring broad beans and mint create fresh, vibrant dishes like pesto pasta that are nutritious and simple to prepare.

At home with Mrs E