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Vicia faba 'Fava Bean 'Noble'· Fava Bean

Planting Schedule

Add Vicia faba 'Fava Bean 'Noble' to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 15th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 15th
Harvest BeginsJul 29th
Harvest EndsSep 1st

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity75
Sun Requirements☀️ Full Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)55
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: Direct-sow fava beans as soon as soils are workable in cool weather, because they dislike transplant disturbance and perform best with cool-season growth.