Majorcan Pea Bean

Phaseolus vulgaris

This bean’s known heritage goes back only to the 1980's when a HSL member brought some back from a Majorcan market. The seeds are typical bicolour of pea beans, however the marron half is additionally striped with brown. Produces tall (up to 2.5m) strong vines and a good yield of tasty pods which can be a bit stringy if used fresh, best as a drying bean. 

Seed available to seed guardians:

2 packets of 20 seeds available

When to sow: April - May indoor, May – June direct

Requirements: nutrient-rich soil, regular watering, and a lot of sun.

When to harvest seed: July - Oct. When beans are fully mature and pods turn brown. In southern England, typically July/later summer.

Need to isolate: No 

Seed Grown: Omved Gardens 

Seed harvested: 2023