Beans, also called french beans, kidney beans or runner beans, as well as many other names, are the seeds of Phaseolus vulgaris, an annual and climbing plant of the Fabaceae family, native to the Mesoamerican area (Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador). They have been cultivated since 7,000 A.D. and are one of the oldest vegetables domesticated by man. In fact, after their introduction to Europe by the Spanish conquistadors, they quickly went on to became very popular in Asia and Africa too. Currently, it is estimated that 45% of global bean production comes from Latin America.
As with other garden seeds, being popular in many distinct cultures over the world has led to countless culinary uses for beans, and also a great number of different varieties. Rich in carbohydrates, fibre and protein, they also contain minerals and most of the B vitamins. Be that as it may, it is always recommended to cook them because raw beans contain some toxic substances that are eliminated during cooking.
Beans are usually grown in both cold and warm climates, and have moderate water needs (logically, needs will increase with high temperatures) and in the form of a climbing plant, although there are also dwarf varieties that don't need a structure. They like well-draining soils rich in organic matter, with pH levels between 6-8. Always avoid waterlogging when irrigating. In addition, the bean family has a great ability to fix nitrogen in the soil, which is why they are widely used in crop rotations. They are sown throughout the spring and summer, in a staggered manner so as not to harvest all at the same time.
Below you have our range of bean seeds, all of them of the best quality to assure successful cultivation!
Alchimiaweb.com presents Batlle Organic Superba Dwarf Bean Seeds, a low shrubby and strong variety that produces cylindrical, stringless pods. An ideal variety for cultivation in pots and open ground. Batlle organic Superba dwarf bean, cylindrical s [...]
Phaseolus vulgaris L. “Llaminera” Bean produces very tender pods, not very floury and with a very delicate flavour. It is a tall plant variety. In its place of origin, St Vicenç dels Horts, it is customary to eat it dried because [...]
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 [...]
Phaseolus vulgaris L. “Cuc” Beans are a very productive and fungus-resistant variety of bean that grows on a low plant. It produces elongated and round pods that are usually eaten tender. It is a variety with a very delicate flavour. Now [...]
Alchimia Grow Shop presents Rocalba Organic Contender Bean Seeds, a dwarf bush variety that produces medium length and fairly wide pods. A plant suitable for both the vegetable garden and for cultivation in pots. Organic Contender bean seeds, a plant [...]
Alchimia Grow Shop presents Rocalba Organic Slenderette Bean Seeds, a dwarf bush variety with an early cycle that produces cylindrical pods. An ideal plant for both open ground and pot cultivation. Rocalba organic Slenderette bean seeds, a variety v [...]
Alchimia Grow Shop presents Rocalba Organic Borlotto Lingua di Fuocco Nano Bean Seeds, a dwarf bush variety that produces flat, reddish-coloured, threadless pods. It can be cultivated easily both in pots and in a vegetable garden. Borlotto Lingua di [...]
Alchimia Grow Shop presents Rocalba Organic Helda Bean Seeds, a rustic climbing variety with an early cycle that offers an abundant yield. It produces smooth, flat, threadless pods. It is a plant suitable for pot and garden cultivation. Rocalba orga [...]
Alchimiaweb.com presents Rocalba Organic Buenos Aires Roja Bean Seeds, a rustic and vigorous climbing variety. It has a semi-late cycle producing slightly curved reddish pods. It is a perfect plant for growing in pots and in the vegetable garden. Bu [...]
Phaesolus vulgaris L. The "Custodia" Bean is a tall bushy bean variety. The plant has a long vegetative cycle, delicate at emergence, yet provides a high yield. The bean is white with a brown eye. When cooked, it has an excellent taste and a butter [...]
Phaesolus vulgaris L. Pep Perona Bean is a tall bean variety. It is a high-yielding plant, producing flat pods that in warm areas it is advisable to harvest every 2-3 days. These beans are eaten tender and are particularly appreciated for their cul [...]
