Windsor Broad Bean Seeds
Best reliable seeds for gardeners seeking consistent, high yielding broad bean harvests.
Cultivate your own nutritious harvest with these premium broad bean seeds, a USA-grown heirloom variety. Known for their large, meaty pods, these beans are perfect for adding substance to soups and stews. They are a nutritional powerhouse, offering a good source of protein, fiber, calcium, and essential vitamins like folate, A, C, and B6, all while being low in calories. These non-GMO seeds are also recognized by various regional names, including Fava, Horse, English, Tick, Field, and Pigeon beans, highlighting their widespread appeal and versatility in the kitchen.
$12.99
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Category Rank
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Price vs Category Average
+28%
Above average
Brand
"Cool Beans N Sprouts "
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Who it's for
- Home gardeners seeking a reliable, low-fuss vegetable to cultivate.
- Health-minded cooks eager for fresh, homegrown, adaptable culinary ingredients.
- Sustainable gardeners prioritizing natural soil health and long-term garden vitality.
Who should skip it
- Apartment dwellers or those with very compact growing spaces.
- Hands-off cultivators preferring plants with inherent strong pest resistance.
- Busy individuals who need crops with a more forgiving or extended harvest period.
Performance breakdown
Heirloom Authenticity
True-to-type genetics ensure reliable, traditional harvests every single season.
Nutritional Density
Packed with protein and essential vitamins for a genuine garden-to-table superfood.
Culinary Versatility
Meaty texture adapts perfectly to soups, stews, and fresh summer salads.
Sourcing Transparency
USA-grown seeds provide clear traceability and confidence in local agricultural standards.
Yield Potential
Large, robust pods offer a substantial return on your planting efforts.
Growing Simplicity
Straightforward annual lifecycle makes these beans accessible for beginner vegetable gardeners.
Key Specs
Brand
"Cool Beans N Sprouts "
Specialty
GMO Free
Item Form
plant_seed
Variety
Fava Beans
Manufacturer
"Cool Beans N Sprouts "
Botanical Name
Vicia faba
Country of Origin
USA
Plant Type
Vegetable
Know before you buy
Yes, they are the same. Windsor broad beans are a variety of Vicia faba, which is commonly known as fava, horse, or field bean.
No. These are non-GMO, heirloom seeds, meaning they have not been genetically modified and are grown using traditional methods.
Each packet contains 100 seeds, which is generally enough to provide a substantial harvest for a home garden.
Windsor broad beans are annuals, meaning they complete their entire life cycle—from germination to seed production—within a single growing season.
Because of their large, meaty pods, these beans are excellent for adding texture and substance to soups, stews, and hearty salads. They are also highly nutritious, providing a good source of protein and fiber.
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