Sweet Lorane Fava Bean
Best cold-hardy legume for gardeners in cooler climates.
Discover the Sweet Lorane Fava Bean, a standout variety from Territorial Seed Company, perfect for gardeners seeking hearty flavor and exceptional cold tolerance. This open-pollinated, TSC Select variety thrives in cooler climates, making it ideal for fall sowing and overwintering. It matures reliably, offering a robust taste and requiring minimal fertilizer. Sweet Lorane fava beans are easy to grow from seed, germinating quickly in cool soil and establishing fast. Enjoy a bountiful harvest of light brown/green seeds when pods begin to dry, adding a reliable, flavorful crop to your garden.
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Botanical Name
Vicia faba
/ Vicia faba
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking superior flavor and texture for fresh eating
- Gardeners wanting low-maintenance plants without the need for trellising
- Short-season growers needing a reliable and early spring harvest
Who should skip it
- Busy cooks who prefer minimal prep time in the kitchen
- Casual gardeners who dislike frequent pest monitoring and management
- Farmers in hot climates with long, intense summer seasons
Performance breakdown
Cold Hardiness
Exceptional resilience makes this a top choice for overwintering success.
Germination Reliability
Fast, consistent sprouting even when soil temperatures remain low.
Maintenance Ease
Minimal fertilizer needs simplify the growing process for busy gardeners.
Flavor Profile
Delivers a robust, hearty taste that stands out in home harvests.
Seed Saving Potential
Open-pollinated genetics allow for easy, reliable seed collection each season.
Growth Efficiency
Long maturity window requires patience but rewards with a bountiful yield.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Vicia faba
Days to Maturity
230 days (fall sown)
Seed Life
2-3 years
Minimum Germination Rate
80%
Seed Depth
1-2 inches
Seed Spacing
3-6 inches
Row Spacing
12-30 inches
Thin Plants To
6-12 inches
Features
- Selected for hearty taste and cold tolerance
- Cold-hardy variety for extended growing seasons
- Open-pollinated for seed saving
- TSC Select for organic growing conditions
- Reliable fall sowing and overwintering
- Low fertilizer requirements
- Fast germination in cool soil
- Establishes quickly from seed
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Sweet Lorane Fava Bean for its exceptional reliability and ease of use, noting its robust performance even in varied climates. Gardeners appreciate the dwarf habit, which simplifies staking and harvesting. The primary highlight is the outstanding quality, with reviews frequently mentioning the superior, sweet flavor and impressive yields. This variety delivers a dependable, high value crop that exceeds expectations for both novice and experienced growers.
Know before you buy
Sweet Lorane is specifically selected for its superior cold tolerance and hearty flavor. It is an open-pollinated variety that thrives in cooler climates, making it an excellent choice for fall sowing and overwintering.
No, Sweet Lorane fava beans are not recommended for container gardening. They are best suited for in-ground planting where they have adequate space to establish their root systems.
When sown in the fall, Sweet Lorane takes approximately 230 days to reach maturity. This extended timeline is typical for overwintering varieties that establish themselves during the cooler months.
No, these beans have low fertilizer requirements. They are efficient growers that perform well without heavy soil amendments, making them a relatively low-maintenance crop.
Plant your seeds 1 to 2 inches deep, spacing them 3 to 6 inches apart. Once the seedlings emerge, you should thin them to a final spacing of 6 to 12 inches to ensure proper airflow and growth.
While these seeds are part of the TSC Select line and suitable for organic growing conditions, they are not certified organic.
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