What types of firebeans are there?
- red flowering varieties: Lady Di, Prize Winner, Butler, Golden Sunshine.
- two-colored flowering variety: Painted Lady.
- white flowering variety: white giants.
- low growing variety: Hestia.
Where are firebeans grown?
Fire beans thrive in a sunny, sheltered place in the garden or on the balcony. A location in the clear is also possible Penumbra. There must be space for one on the balcony in particular Climbing aid on which the tendrils can wind upwards.
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Which substrate do firebeans need?
Simple garden soil is enough for that Growing fire beans the end. It is important that the earth is well loosened, as firebeans are deeply rooted. By adding compost, you ensure an adequate supply of nutrients.
When is the planting time for firebeans?
The planting time for preferred firebeans starts from mid-May.
At this point in time, the direct sowing the seeds in the bed or in the pot.
What distance must be kept when sowing and planting?
- between the trellises at least 40 to 50 cm
- a minimum distance of 1 meter is required between rows
When are firebeans ready for harvest?
Fire beans need approx. 10 weeks to the first harvest. As early as July, the pods are harvested as green beans with complete pods or as grain beans with mature kernels. If the young beans are harvested regularly, they will bear fruit for a long time.
Good and bad neighbors
- good neighbors: savory, cucumber, potatoes, tomatoes, radishes, cabbage, lettuce, spinach, beetroot,
Strawberries, nasturtiums - bad neighbors: leeks, garlic, onions, fennel
Tips & Tricks
In addition to the conventional varieties, nurseries and seed mail order companies also offer many rarities. These include types of beans such as “Magier”, “Golden Sunshine” and “Giant”. So just look for rarities, it's worth it!