Description
Matures in 50-55 Days
Height 24 Inches
The Borlotto bean, also known as Borlotti, Cranberry Bean or Fire Tongue, is an Italian Heirloom bush-type variety. It is a vigorous grower and heavy producer. Can be used as a fresh shell bean or left on the plant as a dry bean. Popular in Italy and portugal, its delicious in casseroles, hearty stews and bean salads, or use as fresh cooked beans.
SOWINGPlant seed outdoors in late spring after the ground has warmed to 65-75 degrees F and there is no danger of frost. Plant seedsinch deep, 4 inches apart, in rows 18 inches apart. Cover seeds with fine soil, well pressed down, and water well. Beans love sun and plenty of water.
THINNINGWhen plants are 2 to 3 inches tall, thin to 6 inches apart.
GERMINATIONGerminates in 6 to 14 days depending on soil and temperature conditions.
REMARKSFor highest quality and yield, pick pods when young, about 4 to 5 inches long. For continuous crop, make successive plantings every 2 to 3 weeks until late summer.
