Quantity
About 20 seeds
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Discover the plant
Family
Fabaceae
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Annual
The 'Express' fava bean (Primo) is an early variety particularly appealing to gardeners who enjoy starting the season early and harvesting before the intense heat arrives. This Vicia faba selection produces white, flat, medium-sized beans, renowned for their excellent culinary quality and their superb ability to freeze well. In the vegetable garden, its upright and vigorous habit lends a neat structure to the rows, while also contributing to soil richness thanks to its natural capacity to integrate into a balanced, nourishing garden. Sown in still-cool soil, it establishes itself confidently and fully benefits from spring temperatures, offering steady growth and a quick harvest. Its blossoms also attract pollinators, adding a subtle but beneficial vibrancy to the early-season garden. Easy to cultivate, robust, and productive, it suits both experienced gardeners and amateurs looking for a reliable and bountiful crop. In the kitchen, its tender beans lend themselves to numerous summer preparations and store very well, extending the enjoyment of the harvest. Early, flavorful, and practical, the 'Express' fava bean (Primo) is an excellent choice for a productive, simple, and well-paced vegetable garden.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
2 to 2.8 in
Establishment temperature
10 to 18 °C (50 to 64 °F)
Establishment time
10 to 20 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Soil
Well-drained and cool
Watering
Regular
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodMay to June
Harvest65 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsArtichoke, eggplant, Swiss chard, borage, carrot, cauliflower, cabbage, pumpkin, squash, strawberry, corn, tomato
Avoid planting withGarlic, beetroot, chives, shallot, fennel, onion, parsley, leek, potato
Summer cooking, freezing, bountiful vegetable garden
