The Prince

The Prince French Bean

A royal performer in the veg patch! The Prince is an early-maturing dwarf French bean that produces abundant crops of long, smooth, stringless flat pods bursting with sweet flavour. Compact, reliable, and easy to grow — perfect for containers, raised beds, or smaller gardens.

Harvest
From June onwards, once pods reach around 10cm long and before the beans begin to swell inside. Regular picking encourages continual cropping.

Growing Instructions

• Planting: Space 10cm apart in well-drained soil, in a sunny but sheltered position. Ideal for beds, borders, or pots.

• Soil Preparation: Enrich with compost or organic matter before planting to promote vigorous, healthy growth.

• Watering: Keep well watered until established and during dry periods to maintain tender, juicy pods.

• Frost Protection: Beans are sensitive to frost — only plant out once the risk has passed, or use fleece for protection if needed.

• Feeding: Apply a high-potash liquid feed every two weeks once pods start forming to boost yields.

Top Tips

• Pick Regularly: Harvest often to extend your cropping season and prevent pods from becoming tough.

• Compact Growth: Perfect for patio pots or smaller plots — no support canes required!

• Succession Sowing: Plant every 3–4 weeks for a steady supply throughout summer.

• Freeze Friendly: Blanch and freeze for delicious homegrown beans year-round.