Hestia

Season Overview

Description

Low bushy threadless growth (about 30cm). Ideal for hanging baskets, balcony boxes, flower beds and borders. Thrives well in harsh, unfavorable and humid climates. At the same time attractive red and white flowers and tasty tender vegetable.

Growing tips

Germination at 20-25°C in about 15-20 days. The pre-culture is done in the warm (greenhouse / windowsill), sowed 2-4cm deep (dark seedlings) in pots (about 1-2 grains per pot). From mid-May (frost-free) can also be sown in rows outdoors. Row spacing approx. 30-40 cm, in the row 5-10 cm. Well-drained, nutritious garden soil preferred. Further cultivation tips at the species fire bean.

Details

Light requirement

Semi-shaded

Water requirement

Wet

Soil

Medium (loamy)

Nutrient requirement

Medium

Seeding distance

10 cm

Row spacing

40 cm

Seeding depth

4 cm