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River Cottage Organic Veg Seeds - Broad Bean 'Eleonora'

£2.99

Broad Bean Eleonora is a productive broad bean with tender green beans and a rich, savoury flavour. It is excellent with mint, lemon, olive oil, pasta, risotto, salads and spring vegetables. A strong early crop for proper garden cooking.

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Sowing

Sow indoors - January to March
Sow outdoors - February to April, or October to November in mild areas
Sowing depth - Around 5 cm
Final spacing - Around 20 cm
Row spacing - Around 45 cm
Germination - Usually 10 to 21 days

Sow directly into the ground or begin in deep pots. Plant in double rows if you want to make supporting the plants easier.

These measurements are only a guide. Growing is not an exact science, so do not worry if every seed is not perfectly placed.

Grower tip: Pinch out the soft growing tips once the first pods begin forming. This can help reduce blackfly and directs more energy towards the beans.

Growing

Broad beans like cool conditions and fertile soil. Support taller plants with canes and string. Pinch out the growing tips once the first pods form to reduce blackfly and encourage good cropping.

Pots & Space

Broad beans can grow in large pots or troughs, but they are usually better in beds. Use a container at least 30 cm deep and provide support. Choose a sunny spot.

Harvest

Harvest pods when the beans inside are well formed but still tender. Pick young for the sweetest flavour. Beans can be cooked fresh, or blanched and frozen.

No Grow, No Fee

We want your seeds to grow. If you follow our sowing instructions, give them a fair chance, and they still do not grow, we’ll put it right.

Eligible customers can choose either a refund for the seeds that did not grow, or replacement seeds of the same value.

For more information on our policy go to our No Grow No Fee page.

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No-Grow No-Fee Policy

We understand that sometimes despite best efforts, wild flower seeds may not grow as expected. For cases where your seeds do not germinate or produce plants, we offer a no grow no fee refund policy.

Please contact our customer service team at info@seedrevolution.co.uk within 2 calendar months of the expected germination date to initiate a refund request under our no grow no fee policy. Our team will guide you through the process and may request additional information such as photos or proof of purchase.

Upon review and verification of your request, we will issue a refund or replacement, depending on your preference and our available stock.

Toxicity

Seeds sold through our website are for sowing purposes only and are not for human or animal consumption. Always keep out of reach of children and pets. Some species may be harmful if eaten by people, pets, horses, or livestock. Do not sow in grazing areas or where animals may eat the seeds or plants unless you have checked the species is suitable. Do not scatter seeds into rivers, ponds, streams, drains, protected habitats, public land, roadsides, nature reserves, or land you do not own or have permission to sow. Always follow the product-specific guidance, sow responsibly and follow local rules.

Shipping Information

We aim to dispatch all orders within 24 hours of your order being placed and all our UK orders are sent using Royal Mail Tracked 48.

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