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Below is a list of all known varietals for Fava Bean. Click on a varietal name to view more detailed information.
| Varietal Name | Description | Soil Texture | pH Range | Organic Matter | Salinity Level | Hardiness Zone | Humidity | Water (in/wk) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquadulce | A cold-hardy variety ideal for early sowing, producing long pods and tender beans. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate | ||
| Bell Bean | A smaller variety often grown as a cover crop to enrich the soil, with edible beans. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate | ||
| Broad Windsor | Produces particularly large beans with a rich, starchy flavor, commonly used in Mediterranean dishes. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate | ||
| Crimson Flowered | A striking heirloom variety with crimson flowers, producing medium-sized, flavorful beans. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate | ||
| Dreadnought | Produces exceptionally large beans with a rich, earthy flavor, often used dried. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate | ||
| Extra Precoce A Grano Violetto | An Italian heirloom known for its purple-colored beans and early harvest. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate | ||
| Ianto’s Return | An American variety with deep purple flowers and uniquely flavored beans, commonly used in specialty gardens. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate | ||
| Leidse Hangdown | A Dutch heirloom known for its long, hanging pods and flavorful beans, ideal for drying. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate | ||
| Negreta | A Spanish variety known for its black beans, often dried and used in stews and other dishes. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate | ||
| Perla | An Italian variety prized for its smooth, creamy texture and mildly sweet taste. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate | ||
| Robin Hood | A compact variety with small, tender beans, well-suited for smaller gardens. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate | ||
| Sweet Lorane | An heirloom variety with small seeds, often used as a cover crop due to its nitrogen-fixing capabilities. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate | ||
| Sweet Lorraine | Known for its sweet, tender beans and is commonly used for green manuring or cover cropping. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate | ||
| Windsor | A popular variety with large pods and beans, often used fresh or dried. Known for its mild, creamy flavor. | Loamy Soil | 6.1 - 6.5 | Low (1% - 2%) | 4 - 8 | Moderate |