The Haricot Nain Borlotto Langue de Feu is a traditional Italian bush bean variety renowned for its large, cream-colored pods streaked with red. It produces substantial, round, white beans marbled with red, offering a high yield. These beans are versatile in the kitchen, ideal for soups, minestrones, salads, and particularly suited for Mexican cuisine.
Sowing: From April to May, when the risk of frost has passed and the soil has warmed.
Spacing: Sow in rows spaced 40 cm apart, placing seeds 4-5 cm deep and 10 cm apart within the row.
Watering: Regular watering, especially during flowering and pod development.
Harvest: From July to October, approximately 2.5 months after sowing; harvest when pods are fully mature and beans have developed their characteristic color.
Other Considerations: Ideal for soups, minestrones, salads, and Mexican dishes.
Origin
Sainte Marthe
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