Long pods of about 23-25cm containing each 6-7 broad beans. When it dries, the medium-sized broad bean turns bright violet.
Extra early variety with abundant production especially in the first knots. Requires deep and calcareous soils.
Soak the seeds, one day before planting. Sow in rows spaced 45cm and 20-25cm spacing between plants.

| Botanical name | Vicia faba var. major |
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| Life cycle | Annual |
| Sowing period | August, September, October, November, Summer, Autumn |
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| Harvest period | January, February, October, November, December, Autumn, Winter |
| Germination (days) | 10-15 |
| Average germination (%) | 85 |
| Seeds per gram | 0,7 |
| Distance between plants | 45 x 25 cm |
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| Exposure | Sun |
| Soil pH | No preference |
| Soil type | No preference |
| Soil moisture | Well-drained |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
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