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Bean 'Italian Romano'

Phaseolus vulgaris

S011
From of Seed Savers' collection of 2000 beans, this is the favourite of farm manager, David Cavagnaro. Coming to Australia via the USA, 'Italian Romano' quickly gained popularity in Australia, which is no surprise. This wide, flat 12cm bean is delicious as a green bean and also provides the dry seeds that can be used in casseroles and soups.
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Product information
A flattened green snap bean that's also known as Italian Pole Bean, 'Italian Romano' is not only grown for its flavour, but also its excellent disease resistance and productivity. Stake at planting for optimal growth and harvest.
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A flattened green snap bean that's also known as Italian Pole Bean, 'Italian Romano' is not only grown for its flavour, but also its excellent disease resistance and productivity. Stake at planting for optimal growth and harvest.
How to grow
Fast growing tender annuals, beans perform best in warm, sunny positions. Shallow rooted vegetables, beans require regular watering. Their ideal soil will be enriched with organic matter, be neutral to alkaline and also have some potassium applied prior to sowing. Climbing and pole beans require support, while bush beans are self-supporting. Sow seed direct when soil temperature is between 16-29 degrees C and there is no likelihood of frost. Seed should germinate within 6-15 days and seedlings should be protected from snails and slugs. Water regularly and when plants start cropping, pick daily to maximise your harvest. At the end of the season, compost plants to add nitrogen back into your soil.
Growing information
Seed sowing
Sow method: Sow direct
Germination: 85
Sow distance: 15cm
Seed sowing times
Cool: Jan,Oct-Dec
Warm: Jan-Feb,Sep-Dec
Hot: Mar-May,Sep-Nov
Sub-tropical: Apr,Aug-Nov
Tropical: Mar-Aug
Growing needs
Light: Full Sun
Water: Regular watering
Plant characteristics
Type: Tender Annual
Height: 70cm
Width: 15cm

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