Free
Broad Bean: The Sutton
The Sutton is a superb dwarf broad bean, perfect for smaller gardens or exposed plots. Compact plants produce generous crops of delicious, sweet beans, ideal for steaming, salads, and summer dishes. Grow it in beds, raised beds, or even large containers for an easy and rewarding harvest.
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Description
Best Grown: Outdoors, excellent for beds or containers
Sowing Time: October–November or February–April
Plant Out: Direct sow or transplant seedlings February onwards
Harvest Time: May–July (approx. 12–16 weeks from sowing)
Spacing: Plant 15–20 cm apart in rows 30 cm apart
Height: Grows approx. 30–45 cm tall
Difficulty: Easy
Why grow it?
- Dwarf variety ideal for smaller spaces and windy sites
- Produces plump pods filled with sweet, tender beans
- Suitable for autumn or spring sowing
- Easy to grow and very reliable
- Excellent for beds, raised beds, or large containers
How to grow: Sow outdoors October–November for an early crop, or February–April for summer harvests. Sow seeds 5 cm deep, spacing 15–20 cm apart in rows 30 cm apart. Support plants if needed. Harvest when pods are well-filled and beans still tender.
Cooking / usage ideas: Enjoy young beans steamed, in risottos, pureed into dips, or simply tossed with butter. Older beans can be double-podded for a sweeter taste.
Seeds per pack: Approx. 40 seeds
