French Bean Dwarf Gondola Seed

 

This French bean is a compact and reliable variety producing smooth, slender and completely stringless pods with a tender texture and a rich, fresh flavour. Well suited for home gardens, raised beds and allotments, it is valued for its consistent yields and dependable performance throughout the summer months.

 

The straight and uniform pods are ideal for steaming, sautéing, stir fries or freezing, making them a versatile addition to the productive kitchen garden.

 

Gondola thrives in warm, fertile and well drained soil and performs reliably even in cooler summers, delivering generous harvests from neat, self supporting plants.

 

Its compact habit makes it perfect for smaller spaces, while its heavy cropping ensures a steady supply of tender beans throughout the season.

 

Seed Qty: Approx. 10 grams

 

Sow: April to June (indoors or direct outdoors after frost)

Germination: 7 to 14 days

Soil Type: Warm, fertile, well drained soil in full sun

Height Spread: Plants approx. 40 to 50 cm tall, 30 cm spread

Harvesting: July to September

Companion Plants: Sweetcorn, Cucumbers, Brassicas

Avoid Planting With: Onions, Garlic, Leeks

 

Sowing Instructions

Outdoors: Sow directly from late May to June once the soil has warmed. Sow seeds 5 cm deep in rows spaced 45 cm apart. Thin or plant to 20 cm apart once seedlings establish. Keep soil moist during dry spells to support flowering and pod formation.

Indoors: Sow from April in small pots or modules, 5 cm deep. Harden off and plant out after the last frost into warm, prepared soil.

Regular picking encourages continuous production. Pods are best harvested young and tender for optimum flavour and texture.

Bean French Dwarf Gondola is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a compact, reliable and high yielding variety that delivers delicious, stringless pods throughout the summer months.

 

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