Quantity
About 100 seeds
Exposure
Sun
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Family
Fabaceae
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Annual
Yellow French bean 'Loriot' – offered by Semences WH Perron
The yellow French bean 'Loriot' is a refined variety that stands out for its thin, round and sweet pods, ideal for salads, stir-fries or to enjoy fresh. Measuring between 9 and 10 cm long, its fine-sized pods offer a juicy texture and a mild flavor. A good replacement for the Serin variety, 'Loriot' stands out for its better production and superior quality. With a maturity reached in only 55 days, it guarantees a fast and abundant harvest for gardeners of all levels.
Plant height : 40-50 cm
Spread : 20-30 cm
Quantity per pack : 100 seeds
Companion plants : Artichoke, eggplant, beetroot, Swiss chard, borage, celery, celeriac, curly endive, cabbage, carrot, cauliflower, squash, strawberry, corn, melon, turnip, radish, rosemary, savory
Enemy plants : Garlic, beetroot, chives, shallot, fennel, onion, parsley, leek, potato
Cultivation method :
Sow directly in the open ground after the last frosts, when the soil is well warmed. Plant at a depth of 2 to 3 cm, with a distance of 10 to 15 cm between seeds and 45 to 50 cm between rows. This bean prefers a loose, well-drained soil, rich in organic matter and exposure to full sun.
To extend the harvest period, sow successively every two weeks until mid-July. Maintain constant moisture, but avoid overwatering to prevent disease. Harvest regularly to encourage continued pod production.
Easy to grow and aesthetically appealing thanks to its bright yellow colour, the 'Loriot' bean is a sure bet for a productive and colourful vegetable garden.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
2 to 3 cm (0.8 to 1.2 in)
Establishment temperature
16 to 30 °C (61 to 86 °F)
Establishment time
6 to 10 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Loamy, rich in organic matter and well-drained
Watering
Regular
Container growing
A controlledenvironment.
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Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJune to August
Harvest55 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsArtichoke, eggplant, beetroot, Swiss chard, borage, celery, celeriac, curly endive, cabbage, carrot, cauliflower, squash, strawberry plant, corn, melon, turnip, radish, rosemary, savory
Avoid planting withGarlic, beetroot, chives, shallot, fennel, onion, parsley, leek, potato
Fresh, salads, stir-fries, steamed, frozen
