Generatif Dwarf French Bean
£2.70
37 in stock
A rare drying variety grown for its white beans which have a wonderful creamy texture and are the perfect size for baked-beans. The plants are quick to mature and high yielding.
This variety was bred in the 1970s by renowned British bean breeder Professor Colin Leakey, at a time when there was interest in growing haricot beans commercially in the UK. The aim was to replace the imported beans used in baked beans by varieties suited to the UK climate, and ‘Generatif’ was reputedly highly rated by both by Heinz and Raymond Blanc! Professor Leakey was passionate about the nutritional value of beans and bred varieties for countries all over the world. His far-sighted ideas are becoming increasingly relevant today.
Approx. 60 seeds.
Botanical name: Phaseolus vulgaris
- Grown by: Lauren Simpson
Sow undercover in late spring in deep modules or small pots. Harden off and plant out after last frost. Sow 4 cm deep with spacing 15cm between plants and 40 cm between rows or 20 – 25 cm apart if in raised beds. French beans like warmth, sun and rich soil. Sometimes dwarf beans still need support, so try using twiggy prunings between the plants. Keep plants well-watered and pick frequently to promote more flowers and beans. Dwarf French Beans have a fairly short productive season so sow in succession to provide harvest for longer periods. Can be sown direct later in the season.
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