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Extra Precoce A Grano Violetto · Fava Bean

Zone 4a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Extra Precoce A Grano Violetto to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 15th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 15th
Harvest BeginsJul 24th
Harvest EndsSep 24th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity70
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)50
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: For best flavor and early harvest, sow fava as soon as the soil can be worked in cool weather and keep the bed consistently moist until emergence.