THE text-book statements on the relation of the micropyle to the radicle are entirely wrong so far as I have been able to observe. If the testa be carefully removed it will be found to have two ...
If you’re planting them from March onwards, you can sow directly into the garden to enable faster germination. Broad beans should be planted in a sunny, sheltered location.' 'They can also be ...
Sowing broad beans under cover can give more reliable germination especially if you have trouble with frozen soil or pests like mice. Sow one per 7cm (3in) pot filled with multi-purpose compost.