Product Description
The superior fava bean – Vroma produces large, 6.5–7 inch pods with 4–5 large seeds per pod. Cook like a shell bean when the seeds are pale green for the ultimate creamy, buttery texture. Strong, heat-tolerant plants resist lodging, staying upright even in challenging conditions. Light brown seeds. Bush bean – no staking required. The top choice for fava bean lovers who demand the best flavor, yield, and plant performance.
Basic Information
Latin Name : Vicia faba
Days to Maturity : 70 – 80 days
Life Cycle : Annual
Hybrid Status : Open Pollinated
Product Specifications
Plant Height : 2 – 3 feet (bush type)
Packet Size : 50 seeds
Seeds per Pound (avg.) : 270
Pod Length : 6.5 – 7 inches
Seeds per Pod : 4 – 5 large seeds
Light Requirement : No specific needs – thrives in any weather
Soil Type : Well‑drained, fertile soil
Growing Information
Germination Temperature : 55 – 75°F (13 – 24°C)
Germination Time : 7 – 14 days
Sowing Method : Sow directly outdoors in early spring as soon as soil can be worked – fava beans prefer cool weather. Plant seeds 1 inch deep, 4–6 inches apart, in rows 18–36 inches apart. For wide-bed planting, give each plant 1 square foot of space. In mild climates (winter lows above 10°F/-12°C), sow in August through September for spring harvest.
Spacing in Garden : 4 – 6 inches apart; rows 18 – 36 inches apart
Support : No staking required – strong, lodging-resistant plants.
Hardiness Zones : Annual in all zones (cool-weather crop).
Harvest : Pick individual pods when green shell beans inside are plump. For dry beans, wait until pods are dry before harvest.
Other Information
Pest Resistance : Exceptionally resistant – aphids and common fava bean pests are rarely seen with minimal care.
Disease Resistance : Outstanding tolerance – strong natural resistance to major fava bean diseases for worry-free growing. Note: Virus spread by aphids is most prevalent in hot weather above 80°F (27°C) – plant in cool conditions for best results.
Special Notes : The superior fava bean – large pods with 4–5 big, creamy seeds. Cook like a shell bean when pale green for ultimate buttery texture. Strong, heat-tolerant plants resist lodging – stay upright in challenging conditions. Cool-weather favorite – plant early for best results. High-yielding and reliable. Perfect for fresh shelling, drying, and gourmet Mediterranean cuisine. A must-have for fava bean enthusiasts.
