Dwarf Bean - Sonesta - Hardy, easy culture, generous pod harvest - Fresh Seeds

Sonesta dwarf bean is a highly regarded yellow-podded variety with a compact, bushy habit and reliable cropping. The plants produce plenty of straight pods, about 12 cm long, with a bright yellow colour, a delicate flavour, and no stringiness at all. Thanks to its fleshy texture and excellent eating quality, it is ideal for cooking, freezing, and preserving. Sonesta grows steadily, copes well with changeable weather, and shows good resistance to the most common bean diseases. The pods mature gradually, so you can harvest several times over the season.

Sowing depth

Sow Sonesta dwarf bean seeds 2-3 cm deep. This depth helps them germinate more quickly and develop a strong root system, which supports healthy plants and improves tolerance to short dry spells.

Sowing time outdoors

The best time to sow is from May to July, once the soil has warmed up and the risk of frost has fully passed. In these conditions, seeds emerge quickly and young plants grow strongly, leading to good yields.

Spacing

Keep 30-40 cm between rows and 7-10 cm between plants within the row. This spacing gives the plants room to branch, improves air flow, and helps reduce the risk of fungal diseases. As a result, the plants stay stronger and crop more generously.

Harvest time

Harvests run from July to September. Pick the pods regularly once they reach full length and a rich yellow colour. Young pods are especially tender, and frequent picking encourages the plants to produce more.

Growing guidance

Sonesta dwarf bean grows best in fertile, humus-rich soil. Choose a sunny spot that is sheltered from the wind. It is worth sowing after early vegetables such as lettuce or radish to make the most of the growing space. Regular watering and gently loosening the soil help keep the plants in excellent condition throughout the season. Sonesta handles short cool periods and brief drought well, making it a dependable and rewarding choice.

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Pack contents

The pack contains 50 g of seeds. The packaging includes growing guidance and the sow-by date.