French Bean

Large crops of delicious and fleshy, stringless pods up to 15cm long are early to mature so ideal for sowing in succession. When cooked the deep purple pods will turn a striking dark green. A Best Buy variety as recommended by the Gardening Press and Consumer Groups.

Dwarf,Purple,Early Cropping

This heirloom variety is called the 'Shrimp Ring Bean' because of the curved shape of its pod. Grown in Italy as a 'gourmet' bean it has an exceptional 'beany' flavour and fleshy texture. It is generally cooked and served whole often just dressed with olive oil and parmesan cheese.

Climbing,Heritage,Yellow,Ornamental,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

Dwarf,RHS AGM

Dwarf,Flat Pod

A white seeded variety justly popular for the flavour of its heavy crops of round stringless pods. Dried beans can be used as haricots. A Best Buy variety as recommended by the Gardening Press and Consumer Groups.

Climbing

Classic crimson streaked pods can be used fresh and sliced when young or left to mature and shelled for the 5-7 tender beans inside. The dried shell beans store well and are unbeatable for risottos and soups.

Dwarf,Borlotto,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

A classic of Italy known as 'Fire Tongue' beans, loved for their excellent flavour, colour and versatility. The decorative beans can be picked and used fresh or left to grow on. Mature beans can be shelled from the pods and dried; these can be prepared and served as dried flageolet or Cannellini. A Best Buy variety as recommended by the Gardening Press and Consumer Groups. Recommended by Mark Diacono (Otter Farm owner) in BBC Gardeners World Magazine (January 2015 edition): “Start borlottis indoors, plant them out when 15cm tall and they’ll romp away with little attention. Use them fresh as young pods and beans, or dried to eat in winter."

Climbing,Borlotto

Great quality, deliciously tender and sweeter tasting than green varieties. Highly productive plants show good tolerance to common diseases. Good source of vitamin C, vitamin A and fibre.

Dwarf,Disease Resistant,Yellow,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

Dwarf,Heritage

Known as the ‘weekend bean’ due to its high yields of long slender pods, which hold exceptionally well on the plant. Great quality variety with a classic flavour and fine texture. Good source of vitamin C, vitamin A and fibre.

Dwarf,Disease Resistant,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

A popular stringless variety which produces high yields of straight pencil-sized pods. Early to set with attractive purple flowers and superb flavour. Grow climbing varieties up poles or netting in well dug, fertilised soil. A Best Buy variety as recommended by the Gardening Press and Consumer Groups.

Climbing,RHS AGM,Disease Resistant

Climbing,Purple

Dwarf,RHS AGM,Early Cropping

Dwarf,Yellow

A modern variety for high yields of fine, stringless beans which have outstanding flavour. Plants have improved resistance to pests and disease and are fast maturing, providing provide generous crops from summer into autumn. Best in fertile and moist soil. Beans measure 15cm(6in) in length.

Dwarf,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

Excellent high yielding variety that produces long round, fleshy dark green quality pods, averaging 7in (18cm) in length. It tolerates indifferent weather conditions well and has good disease tolerance to Halo Blight, Anthracnose and Bean Common Mosaic Virus.

Dwarf,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

Dwarf,Compact

Slim, fleshy, stringless, fine 'Kenyan' type beans with a good flavour and colour. Early cropping if raised under cloches.

Dwarf,Disease Resistant,Early Cropping,Filet,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

Highly attractive, sweet tasting, stringless flat pods are produced in great numbers over a long season. The vigorous climbing plants show good resistance to disease, ensuring high quality, reliable crops. Winner of an RHS Award of Garden Merit for reliability and good performance. Part of the seed range produced by Mr Fothergill’s Seeds in partnership with the RHS.

Climbing,Yellow,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

Climbing,Flat Pod,RHS AGM

Climbing,Heritage

Dwarf,Purple,Container

Vigorous and bushy, high yielding plants, can also be grown in pots. Extra fine, succulent beans with a perfect ‘snap’ and delicious flavour. Good source of vitamin C, vitamin A and fibre. Disease resistant.

Dwarf,Disease Resistant,Filet,Container,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

White flowers followed by long, very juicy flat-podded, stringless beans which hang in clusters. Vigorous plants with good disease resistance, helps to produce big crops before the runner beans are ready.

Climbing,RHS AGM,Flat Pod,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

Very common across eastern Europe where 'yellow' beans are hugely popular, they produce heavy crops of straight, succulent and tender pods. The prolific harvests are further improved by a beneficial tolerance to diseases such as Anthracnose and Halo Blight. Plants are pretty enough for the flower garden.

Dwarf,Yellow,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

One of the best flavoured beans of all. A heavy yielder of glossy purple stringless beans which turn to green when cooked. Quite delicious!

Dwarf,Purple,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

Pods are held above the foliage, so remain clean of soil and easy to pick. Plants show resistance to Bean Common Mosaic Virus. The delicious pods turn a rich dark green when cooked.

Dwarf,Disease Resistant,Purple,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

High harvests of succulent beans, the long, fleshy pods are produced over a long period with pods up to 15cm in length. ✔ Generous clusters of long tasty pods ✔ Harvest over a long season ✔ Succulent pods up to 15cm in length ✔ Suitable for growing in patio pots

Climbing,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

Dwarf,Disease Resistant

Dark green and slender 'Kenyan type', stringless pods mature a little later to allow the with first rate flavour to develop. Robust plants have a good resistance to Bean Common Mosaic Virus and other diseases.

Dwarf,Disease Resistant,Filet,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

Dwarf,RHS AGM,Filet,Disease Resistant

Very prolific, this variety produces smooth, round slender beans with excellent flavour. Extremely high yields and good resistance to disease. A Best Buy variety as recommended by the Gardening Press and Consumer Groups.

Dwarf,RHS AGM,Disease Resistant

A most attractive variety from the same breeder as the ever-popular Climbing Bean Cobra! Beans are stringless with good disease resistance ensuring reliable, high quality crops. The long and slender, pods have a sweet, mild flavour and are a golden shade of yellow. With pods reaching up to 10cm(7in) long, they stand out nicely against the bright green foliage. You can expect high yields of tasty beans from July right through to October, with regular picking.

Climbing,Yellow

Dwarf Bean Tendergreen Seeds produce tasty, succulent pods that are almost stringless, making them easy to harvest and prepare. The compact, bushy plants are perfect for smaller garden spaces or container gardening, offering a high-yield of delicious beans throughout the growing season.This variety is not only a treat for the taste buds but also packed with essential nutrients. Dwarf Bean Tendergreen is an excellent source of folate, iron, and magnesium, making it a nutritious addition to your meals. Whether steamed, sautéed, or added to salads, these beans bring both flavour and health benefits to your diet.Ideal for gardeners with limited space, these beans require minimal maintenance while providing a reliable crop. The sturdy plants ensure a clean and tidy appearance, making them a great choice for raised beds, containers, or traditional garden plots. Grow this nutritious and delicious variety with premium-quality seeds from Fothergill's, and enjoy homegrown beans all season long.

Dwarf,Compact

Dwarf,RHS AGM

Climbing

Colourful and decorative, the superb flavour is said to be enhanced by the striking colour. The heavy cropping beans are slender and fine, growing up to 6-8in (15-20cm) long while maintaining their tenderness and taste. Pods turn a deep green when cooked. A Best Buy variety as recommended by the Gardening Press and Consumer Groups.

Climbing,Purple,Ornamental,Phaseolus vulgaris,Phaseolus,vulgaris

Climbing

Dwarf,Borlotto