Dwarf Bean Banjo is an early maturing bean is a high yielding variety and performs very well under a wide range of conditions. It has shown to have tolerances to disease. The Dwarf Banjo bean has straight, smooth pods of a rich dark green colour and great flavour and grows to a height of 1.2cm.
Sow the bean seed 25mm deep in dark, damp soil that has been well prepared with compost and/or aged manure. Avoid watering for a day or two afterwards. Space 7-10cm apart, allowing 50cm between the rows. Ensure the danger of frosts has passed and protect plants from wind. Plant in 3-5 metre rows and remove weeds regularly. Water well during dry periods.
Additional fertilising is not required as legumes will produce their own nitrogen.
Regular harvesting will result in continued yields.
Sow again every 4-6 weeks to ensure a continuous crop during the season.
Sow in spring and summer; autumn also in warmer areas.
Ensure seeds are not sown too closely together and that each plant receives equal amount of sunlight. Climbing runners may result if the plant is stressed.
Spray flowers with water misting spray to assist with flower and pod set.
