Broad beans are an ancient favourite with evidence of cultivation from as early as 6,000 BC. Easy to grow, high in protein and rich in vitamin C they're still a must for today's vegetable plot.

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Fava beans planted in late summer will be ready to harvest in the late fall or can be used as a cover crop. Question: I would like to try growing fava beans but don’t know much about them. I’ve only ...

Broad beans are a great crop to grow in the vegetable garden, they are easy to grow and are a great source of protein. They ...

Harvesting green peas and broad beans in spring is a treat for southern gardeners after enduring a long, cold winter. Snow peas can be harvested when still quite young and eaten straight from the ...

I want to grow fava beans, but don’t see them among the HGIC crop profiles on your website. Is it possible to grow them in Maryland? Yes, they can grow well in Maryland. Some years are better than ...

There are so many fantastic fall garden staples that shine just as brightly on the plate as in the garden. Broccoli, snap peas, kale and all the leafy greens. I love them all, but I always encourage ...

Looking to maximize your autumn harvest? The right plants alongside fava beans can shape a healthier, more vibrant garden than you might expect.

My family never ate fava beans growing up, or broad beans, or lima beans now that I think about it. Nowadays I can’t get enough of the tender, slightly starchy beans that have a grassy flavor and ...

Most of us who garden don’t have the space to grow grain crops such as wheat or barley, but we have space to grow legumes such as beans and peas. Legumes are second in importance only to grains in the ...