Fava beans (Vicia faba), also known as broad beans, are a fast-growing, cool-weather annual vegetable that can be planted in ...

Broad beans are an ancient favourite with evidence of cultivation from as early as 6,000 BC. Easy to grow, high in protein and rich in vitamin C they're still a must for today's vegetable plot.

It is a legume which has been cultivated for thousands of years and can be a simple crop to grow in home vegetable gardens.

Sow seeds for runner, climbing French and dwarf beans from April onwards and you'll be picking lots of tasty pods through the summer months. Follow our guide to growing these beans, which can all ...

They're easy to raise from seed and a few plants will produce enough beans for a family. The Which? Gardening experts share their favourite varieties and show you how to grow them, including what to ...

To get started, plant beans about an inch deep into moist soil. Make sure that the pot sits within a tray or bowl — something to collect any excess water that runs through, as you will need to ...