A breeding breakthrough! Soya Beans specifically bred to suit the British climate. Plants are day length neutral and grow quicker as hotter weather commences. Flowers are insignificant but 100% self pollinating (no insects required). Soya plants are unusual because the leaves feed the pods, then the leaves fall off when the crop is ready, often leaving just brown stems with lots of hanging pods from late September. The pods remain weatherproof during the autumn, just pick as required. Alternatively shell all the beans and store in airtight containers. Soya is pest and disease free so ideal for organic gardeners.

Please note: This variety is 100% GM free.

Sow May to early June. Prefers well drained, moist, rich conditions. Harvest September to November. Frost tolerant. Sow seed 5cm deep in 7.5cm pots or trays of good free draining, seed compost. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag and place at 18-20 C (64-68F) until after germination which takes 7-10 days.

Gradually acclimatize to outdoor conditions for 7-10 days before planting out after all risk of frost. Hoe regularly and keep well watered. Mulch during dry periods.

Important: Harvested beans must be boiled before eating (similar to Haricot/Dried Beans) to destroy inhibitors for protein ingestion.