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Broad Bean ‘The Sutton’ (Organic Seeds)

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Perfect for smaller spaces, Broad Bean ‘The Sutton’ (Organic) is a dwarf variety producing high yields of delicious, tender beans on sturdy, compact plants. Ideal for exposed plots, raised beds, or container growing.

Categories: Vegetable Seeds / Organic Seeds Brand: Urban Harvest Co SKU: UH-C0018039

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Seed Information

Plant Type Vegetable
Organic Yes
Growing Difficulty Easy
Germination Time 7-14 Days
Harvest Time 90-100 Days
Best Season To Grow Autumn or Early Spring
SunLight Needs Full Sun / Partial Shade
Water Requirements Medium
Height Of Maturity 30-45 CM
None GMO Yes
UK Native No

‘The Sutton’ is a reliable and space-saving broad bean variety, growing to just 30–45 cm tall—making it ideal for windy gardens, allotments, or balcony containers. Despite its compact size, it delivers an abundant crop of creamy-white flowers followed by plump, well-filled pods containing tasty, pale green beans.

This variety is well-suited for early sowing in spring or even autumn in milder areas. Plants are self-supporting, low-maintenance, and naturally resilient, making them great for organic growers and beginners alike.

Type: Dwarf / Compact Broad Bean
Height: 30–45 cm
Flavour: Mild, creamy, and sweet
Sowing Time: February–May or October–November (under cover/autumn)
Harvest Time: May–July
Spacing: 15–20 cm apart
Ideal For: Small gardens, containers, exposed plots
Certified Organic Seeds

Broad Bean ‘The Sutton’ combines hardiness with high performance—perfect for early harvests and limited growing space.

Growing & Care Instructions

A Compact, Cold-Hardy Favourite for Small Spaces and Big Harvests
‘The Sutton’ is a dwarf broad bean variety perfect for pots, raised beds, or smaller gardens. These organic seeds produce sturdy plants with a heavy yield of tender, flavourful beans — even in cool weather.

🛒 What You’ll Need:

Organic Broad Bean ‘The Sutton’ seeds

Garden bed, raised bed, or deep pots

Peat-free compost or rich garden soil

Stakes or small canes for support (optional)

Watering can

🌿 Growing & Care Instructions

1. Sowing (Best Feb–May or Oct–Nov)

Sow direct outdoors or in deep pots.

Space seeds 5cm deep and 15–20cm apart in rows 30cm apart.

For autumn sowings, choose a sheltered spot or use cloches.

2. Germination

Germinates in 7–14 days, even in cooler conditions.

Keep soil moist but not soggy.

3. Growing On

Plants grow to around 30–45cm tall.

No need for canes unless exposed to wind — short growth is self-supporting.

Pinch out the tips after first flowers appear to reduce blackfly and encourage pods.

4. Feeding & Watering

Water regularly during dry periods, especially as pods develop.

Mulch to retain moisture.

No extra feed usually needed in fertile soil.

5. Harvesting

Pods are ready when well filled and beans inside feel firm (~12–16 weeks).

Pick regularly to prolong cropping.

Enjoy fresh, or freeze for later use.

From cold-hardy sowing to delicious early harvest — ‘The Sutton’ is perfect for compact, productive gardening.

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Broad Bean ‘The Sutton’ (Organic Seeds)

Seed Information

Growing & Care Instructions

A Compact, Cold-Hardy Favourite for Small Spaces and Big Harvests
‘The Sutton’ is a dwarf broad bean variety perfect for pots, raised beds, or smaller gardens. These organic seeds produce sturdy plants with a heavy yield of tender, flavourful beans — even in cool weather.

🛒 What You’ll Need:

Organic Broad Bean ‘The Sutton’ seeds

Garden bed, raised bed, or deep pots

Peat-free compost or rich garden soil

Stakes or small canes for support (optional)

Watering can

🌿 Growing & Care Instructions

1. Sowing (Best Feb–May or Oct–Nov)

Sow direct outdoors or in deep pots.

Space seeds 5cm deep and 15–20cm apart in rows 30cm apart.

For autumn sowings, choose a sheltered spot or use cloches.

2. Germination

Germinates in 7–14 days, even in cooler conditions.

Keep soil moist but not soggy.

3. Growing On

Plants grow to around 30–45cm tall.

No need for canes unless exposed to wind — short growth is self-supporting.

Pinch out the tips after first flowers appear to reduce blackfly and encourage pods.

4. Feeding & Watering

Water regularly during dry periods, especially as pods develop.

Mulch to retain moisture.

No extra feed usually needed in fertile soil.

5. Harvesting

Pods are ready when well filled and beans inside feel firm (~12–16 weeks).

Pick regularly to prolong cropping.

Enjoy fresh, or freeze for later use.

From cold-hardy sowing to delicious early harvest — ‘The Sutton’ is perfect for compact, productive gardening.

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Broad Bean ‘The Sutton’ (Organic Seeds)

Seed Information

Growing & Care Instructions

A Compact, Cold-Hardy Favourite for Small Spaces and Big Harvests ‘The Sutton’ is a dwarf broad bean variety perfect for pots, raised beds, or smaller gardens. These organic seeds produce sturdy plants with a heavy yield of tender, flavourful beans — even in cool weather.

🛒 What You’ll Need:

Organic Broad Bean ‘The Sutton’ seeds Garden bed, raised bed, or deep pots Peat-free compost or rich garden soil Stakes or small canes for support (optional) Watering can

🌿 Growing & Care Instructions

1. Sowing (Best Feb–May or Oct–Nov)

Sow direct outdoors or in deep pots. Space seeds 5cm deep and 15–20cm apart in rows 30cm apart. For autumn sowings, choose a sheltered spot or use cloches.

2. Germination

Germinates in 7–14 days, even in cooler conditions. Keep soil moist but not soggy.

3. Growing On

Plants grow to around 30–45cm tall. No need for canes unless exposed to wind — short growth is self-supporting. Pinch out the tips after first flowers appear to reduce blackfly and encourage pods.

4. Feeding & Watering

Water regularly during dry periods, especially as pods develop. Mulch to retain moisture. No extra feed usually needed in fertile soil.

5. Harvesting

Pods are ready when well filled and beans inside feel firm (~12–16 weeks). Pick regularly to prolong cropping. Enjoy fresh, or freeze for later use. From cold-hardy sowing to delicious early harvest — ‘The Sutton’ is perfect for compact, productive gardening.

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A Compact, Cold-Hardy Favourite for Small Spaces and Big Harvests
‘The Sutton’ is a dwarf broad bean variety perfect for pots, raised beds, or smaller gardens. These organic seeds produce sturdy plants with a heavy yield of tender, flavourful beans — even in cool weather.

Organic Broad Bean ‘The Sutton’ seeds

Garden bed, raised bed, or deep pots

Peat-free compost or rich garden soil

Stakes or small canes for support (optional)

Watering can

Sow direct outdoors or in deep pots.

Space seeds 5cm deep and 15–20cm apart in rows 30cm apart.

For autumn sowings, choose a sheltered spot or use cloches.

Germinates in 7–14 days, even in cooler conditions.

Keep soil moist but not soggy.

Plants grow to around 30–45cm tall.

No need for canes unless exposed to wind — short growth is self-supporting.

Pinch out the tips after first flowers appear to reduce blackfly and encourage pods.

Water regularly during dry periods, especially as pods develop.

Mulch to retain moisture.

No extra feed usually needed in fertile soil.

Pods are ready when well filled and beans inside feel firm (~12–16 weeks).

Pick regularly to prolong cropping.

Enjoy fresh, or freeze for later use.

From cold-hardy sowing to delicious early harvest — ‘The Sutton’ is perfect for compact, productive gardening.