French Bean 'Ibiza' – Seeds (Phaseolus vulgaris)

The French Bean 'Ibiza' is a high-yielding, reliable variety producing straight, slender pods with excellent flavor and texture. Perfect for picking young and tender, these beans are stringless, smooth, and packed with vitamins, making them a staple for summer gardens. Suitable for outdoor growing or in polytunnels, this variety is loved by gardeners for its productivity and long harvest window.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors from April for planting out after frost, or sow direct outdoors from May to July.

• Sow seeds 4–5 cm deep, spacing 15 cm apart, in rows 40–50 cm apart.

• Prefers well-drained, fertile soil in a sunny, sheltered spot.

• Water regularly, especially in dry spells.

• Pick pods regularly to encourage continuous cropping.

Key Features

• Straight, stringless pods with excellent taste

• Heavy cropping, long harvest season

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K

• Suitable for fresh use or freezing

• Compact habit, ideal for small gardens or allotments

Ideal For

• Steaming, boiling, and stir-frying

• Freezing for later use

• Companion planting in vegetable gardens

• Garden beds, raised beds, or containers

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: April to July

• Depth: 4–5 cm

• Spacing: 15 cm apart, 40–50 cm between rows

• Harvest: July to September

Quick Tip

• Harvest pods while young and tender for the best flavor. Regular picking boosts yield.