Saxa
French bean Saxa is an old proven variety with medium length, light green pods. Very early and good yielding. Germinates well and hence is suitable for growing under exposed conditions. Pod length 12-13 cm. Rich flavour.
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Characteristics
Pod length: 12-13 cmType of bean: green poddedFillet bean: noPod thickness: 9-10 mmRipening: very earlySeed colour: brownPod colour: light greenPod cross section: round
Origin
Multiplier: Augustin Deceans, Jos Jeuken und Ellen Krul, Saatzucht RoseBreeder: b-d EHZ Cerifications: Bio Cohérence, Demeter
Cultivation
Direct sowing: beginning of May till mid of JulyPlanting distance: 40-60 x 8-10 cmAmount of seed needed: 0.8-1.2 kg/a; 15-20 seeds per running metreOptimal amount of plants: 30-35 plants/m²Sowing depth: 2-3 cm