Borlotto Bean Dwarf Lingua Di Fouco Nano ORGANIC Seed

A traditional organic Italian dwarf borlotto bean with beautifully mottled pods that bring rich flavour and reliable harvests to kitchen gardens containers and small plots.

 

Bean Dwarf Borlotto Lingua di Fouco Nano is a compact bush type variety known for its striking cream and red streaked pods that develop generous plump seeds. Plants grow neatly without the need for support making them ideal for gardeners who want productive crops in limited space.

 

Its colourful pods and full flavoured beans make it perfect for soups stews salads and classic Italian dishes where creamy texture and depth of flavour are appreciated.

 

The plants produce consistently through summer and offer a dependable harvest whether picked young as fresh pods or left to mature for dried beans

This dwarf bean thrives in full sun and fertile free draining soil performing reliably in beds raised planters and large containers. Its compact habit ensures tidy growth while still delivering an abundant crop.

 

Easy to grow and rewarding this variety provides excellent yields with minimal effort. Its traditional colouring and rich taste make it a favourite for gardeners who enjoy authentic heirloom vegetables.

 

Seed Qty Approx 7 grams

 

Sow May to June outdoors after frost

Germination 7 to 14 days at 15 to 25 C

Soil and Position Fertile free draining soil in full sun

Height and Spread 40 to 50 cm tall 30 to 40 cm spread

Harvest July to September

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds directly into warm soil spacing them evenly in rows. Cover lightly and water well. Thin seedlings if needed to allow strong bushy growth. Protect young plants from cold nights early in the season

Grow and Maintenance

Water regularly during dry spells and feed lightly to support pod production. Keep plants weed free and harvest pods frequently to encourage continued cropping

Uses and Benefits

Traditional Italian borlotto beans with rich flavour

Compact dwarf habit ideal for small gardens

Colourful pods for fresh or dried use

High yielding and easy to grow

Perfect for soups stews and hearty dishes