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Grow Your Own Peas and Beans

Cultivate Colour with Annual Peas & Beans

Bring a splash of colour and flavour to your garden with this all-in-one Pea & Bean Grow Kit. Featuring five hand-picked annual legume varieties—Pea Shiraz, Sugarsnap Pea Opal Creek, Climbing Borlotto French Bean, Climbing Bean Monte Gusto, and Climbing Bean Carminat—you'll enjoy a medley of purple, yellow, pink, and green pods throughout the season.

Why Choose This Kit?

• Diverse Harvest: Each variety offers unique colours and textures, perfect for salads or stir-fries.
• High Yielding: Annual peas and beans are known for their rapid growth and generous crops from early summer onwards.
• Low Maintenance: These legumes thrive in well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly, especially during dry spells.
• Nitrogen Fixers: Legumes naturally enrich soil by fixing atmospheric nitrogen—great for crop rotation!

Planting & Care Guide

• Sowing Period: Sow seeds indoors from March or directly outdoors from late April to June after the last frost.
• Planting Depth: Place seeds about 2–5cm deep in moist peat plugs or garden soil.
• Sun Requirements: Position in full sun for best results; partial shade tolerated but may reduce yields.
• Mature Size: Climbing beans may reach up to 2m high—provide sturdy supports or trellis.
• Harvesting: Pick pods regularly from June to September to encourage continued cropping.
• Companion Planting: Pair with carrots, radishes, or marigolds to maximise garden health.

A Thoughtful Gardening Gift

This kit is perfect for birthdays, housewarmings, or anyone wanting to start their own edible garden. With easy-to-follow instructions and all materials included, it’s a rewarding project for any age.

Your Questions Answered

• Q: When should I plant these seeds?
  A: Sow indoors from March or outdoors after the last frost (late April–June).
• Q: How much space do I need?
  A: Each plant needs about 20cm spacing. Use supports for climbing beans as they can grow over 2m tall.
• Q: Are these varieties suitable for containers?
  A: Yes! Most peas and beans thrive in deep pots or raised beds—just ensure good drainage and support for climbers.