Uses in the garden
Au jardin, Haricot nain 'Kinghorn Wax' gagne à être placé selon son port, sa vigueur et l’accès à la récolte.
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Semences biologiques.Fabaceae.
Organic 'Kinghorn Wax' dwarf bean
Phaseolus vulgaris.
Product code : GAIAS-0219
Haricot nain 'Kinghorn Wax' fait partie de notre sélection de semences biologiques pour les jardins du Québec.
Organic 'Kinghorn Wax' dwarf bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) from the seed company Gaia, an early yellow bean, tender and perfect for short growing seasons
The 'Kinghorn Wax' bean is a very early , dwarf heirloom variety that can be sown as low as 15°C , making it an excellent choice for short growing seasons or cooler regions. It produces long, dark yellow, waxy , slightly curved, stringless pods , about 6 inches long, with a tender texture and a remarkably mild flavor. Easy to pick, productive, and delicious, this dwarf bean is a must-have for gardeners who want a quick, consistent, and flavorful harvest.
Companion plants : Corn, Carrot, Cabbage, Cucumber, Peas, Radish, Potato, Squash, Nasturtium, Rosemary
Nefarious plants : Alliums, Beetroot
Spread/carrying : Dwarf, compact
Plant height : 30 to 45 cm
Quantity per packet : 50 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Very early, waxy yellow pods, stringless, delicious, excellent for short growing seasons
Leaf color : Medium green
Texture/flavor : Tender, sweet, classic wax bean
Cold tolerance : Not frost tolerant
Farming method
To optimize germination, soak the seeds for a maximum of 8 hours in lukewarm water (no longer). Sow directly after the last frost , at a depth of 2.5–5 cm .
Space the plants 7 to 10 cm apart, with 30 cm between rows. Germination takes 8 to 10 days at 21 and 31 °C (optimum 26 °C).
Provide full sun exposure (level 3) and moderate watering (level 2). To extend harvests, sow every 3 weeks .
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when the pods are full and well-formed . To produce dried beans , allow the pods to dry completely on the plant, ensuring good air circulation.
Store only dried beans , in an airtight container.
Usage ideas
• Steamed or sautéed butter beans
• In hot or cold salads
• In home preserves
• As a crunchy and colorful accompaniment to summer dishes
• Harvested young for a particularly tender taste
The 'Kinghorn Wax' bean combines earliness , tenderness , and ease of cultivation . A heritage variety perfect for short-season vegetable gardens or for obtaining a quick and abundant harvest.
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Frequently asked questions
01 Comment conserver les semences de Haricot nain Kinghorn Wax avant le semis?
Pour Haricot nain 'Kinghorn Wax', les renseignements du sachet indiquent : Environ 50 graines · lot GO-0000635 · germination > 85 %.
02 Comment semer Haricot nain Kinghorn Wax?
Pour Haricot nain 'Kinghorn Wax', la période indiquée est les indications détaillées de la fiche. La méthode recommandée est Semis, avec une profondeur de 2,5 à 5,1 cm (1 à 2 po) en semis direct.
03 Quelles conditions favorisent la germination de Haricot nain Kinghorn Wax?
Pour Haricot nain 'Kinghorn Wax', le délai de germination indiqué est 8 à 10 jours, avec une température de germination de 21-31°C.
04 Où installer Haricot nain Kinghorn Wax au jardin?
Pour Haricot nain 'Kinghorn Wax', l’exposition recommandée est Mi-ombre. Le repère d’espacement indiqué est 30,5 à 45,7 cm (12 à 18 po).
05 Quand et comment récolter Haricot nain Kinghorn Wax?
Pour Haricot nain 'Kinghorn Wax', les parties comestibles confirmées sont : Graines ou gousses récoltées au stade recommandé.
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