Broad Bean Imperial Long Pod Seeds Broad Bean Imperial Long Pod Seeds produce heavy crops of long pods filled with delicious beans renowned for their excellent flavour. This reliable broad bean variety is particularly productive and is an excellent choice for gardeners wanting generous harvests for both fresh eating and freezing. Suitable for sowing from autumn through early spring, Imperial Long Pod Broad Beans grow into vigorous plants that benefit from support as they develop. The plentiful harvest makes this variety ideal for kitchen gardens, allotments, raised beds, and traditional vegetable plots. Easy to grow and highly rewarding, the beans have particularly good flavour and are ideal for freezing, allowing surplus summer harvests to be enjoyed later in the year. Key Features Produces a heavy crop of long pods. Excellent flavour and eating quality. Particularly good for freezing. Suitable for autumn through early spring sowing. Reliable and productive broad bean variety. Excellent for kitchen gardens and allotments. Can be supported easily with canes and string. How to Grow Broad Bean Imperial Long Pod Seeds Sow Broad Bean Imperial Long Pod Seeds from October to March into well-prepared soil in a sunny position. Sow seeds approximately 5cm deep in double rows. Allow approximately 23–30cm between plants and around 60cm between each row to provide sufficient growing space. As the plants develop, support them using stout canes and string to help keep the stems upright. When plants are in full flower, pinch out the growing tips. This helps the developing pods to swell and can also reduce problems with blackfly. Harvest the pods once they become well filled and use the beans fresh or freeze surplus crops for later use. Broad Bean Growing Tips Grow in well-prepared soil in a sunny position. Provide support using sturdy canes and string. Keep plants watered during prolonged dry periods. Pinch out growing tips when plants are in full flower. Removing the tips helps encourage pod development and reduce blackfly infestation. Harvest regularly once pods are well filled. Frequently Asked Questions What is Imperial Long Pod Broad Bean known for?Imperial Long Pod is valued for its very good flavour and heavy cropping performance. Are Imperial Long Pod Broad Beans suitable for freezing?Yes, this variety is particularly well suited to freezing. When should Imperial Long Pod Broad Bean Seeds be sown?Sow from October through March. Do the plants need support?Yes, support the plants using stout canes and string as they grow. Why should I pinch out the growing tips?Pinching out the tips when plants are in full flower helps the pods swell and can help reduce blackfly infestation. Perfect For Allotments Kitchen gardens Heavy cropping Freezing Fresh harvesting Autumn sowing Vegetable plots Home growers
