Alchimiaweb.com presents Batlle Organic Roma Dwarf Bean Seeds, a low bush variety, strong, easy to cultivate and productive which offers good results both in pots and in open ground.
Batlle organic Roma dwarf bean, productive and disease-resistant
Roma dwarf bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a fast-growing herbaceous plant with an annual cycle. It is very productive and can reach 50-60cm in height, producing flat pods of about 16-17cm and 2cm wide with small white beans that are perfect for eating raw.
This plant develops many upright stems plenty of large leaves in a knob-like flower arrangement. It leaves just enough space for the pods to grow and hang from the branches without touching the ground. Even so, it can be trellised to facilitate its development.
The seeds are sown between February and November in the vegetable patch or in a pot. The substrate should be a mixture of peat and worm humus. They are sown by placing 2-3 seeds 2-3cm deep in a planting frame of 60cm x 30cm. The seedlings will germinate in about 4-6 days provided with a humid substrate and a temperature between 15º-20ºC.
Batlle organic Roma dwarf bean, ready to harvest after 2-3 months
This variety does not like compost or manure, requiring regular nutrient inputs during its development from the time it reaches 30cm. This ensures an abundant and quality production. Liquid fertilisers can be used or humus can be applied around the stem on the substrate from time to time. It prefers temperate climates and does not tolerate frost.
It requires constant and moderate irrigation, especially during summer. It should be placed in direct sunlight. Padding the soil around the plant prevents the appearance of weeds and at the same time enhances soil micro-life. It also helps to maintain moisture, which together with an automatic irrigation system makes the cultivation much more rewarding.
The harvest is ready 2-3 months after sowing, collecting the green pods as they grow and ripen. In this way, the plant gradually develops new pods and therefore a good harvest is guaranteed. It is perfect for eating raw, boiled or stir-fried.
Batlle Organic Roma Dwarf Bean Seeds info:
- Sachet: 1.5g of seeds
- Productive and disease resistant variety
- Up to 50-60cm
- Benefits from temperate climates, does not tolerate frosts
- Requires regular watering and a good nutrients supply
- Germination: between February and November
- Suitable for cultivation in vegetable patches and pots
- Germination: 4-6 days
- Planting frame: 60cm x 30cm
- Harvest: 2-3 months
