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The latest from Edible Vancouver: Making Friends with Favas

November 23, 2012 by Andrea Bellamy 3 Comments


crimson-flowered favas
Crimson-flowered favas

The latest Edible Vancouver is out, and with it, “Making Friends with Favas,” my article on growing and enjoying fava beans. Favas (aka broad beans) are one of the few things you can actually sow in November. Plant ’em now for a spring harvest.

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  1. Charlie says

    January 1, 2013 at 1:02 pm

    I am looking for ways to extend my gardening season here in Seattle. This was very helpful. I am planting fava beans. Thank you.

  2. Cesar says

    January 4, 2013 at 3:15 am

    Nice favas! In europe (Spain), our fava’s flowers are white and black. This color is so pretty! Congratulations!!

  3. Broomfield Hardscape says

    February 24, 2013 at 11:43 pm

    I am planning to add some favas on my garden since I really like the color of it’s flower, do you think there is a possibility for a European fava to grow in Denver

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