{"product_id":"bean-fava-bush-windsor-40-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Bean Fava Bush Windsor 40 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(27, 103, 34);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindsor Fava Bush Bean\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a treasured heirloom legume that brings Old World flavor and reliability to your garden. These Non-GMO seeds produce vigorous bush plants with a compact, manageable growth habit — perfect for gardeners working with limited space. Known for their rich, buttery taste and impressive yields, Windsor favas mature early and consistently, making them equally suited to home gardeners and small farms. Whether you prefer them fresh and tender, shelled for immediate use, or dried for winter storage, Windsor favas offer remarkable versatility in the kitchen and exceptional nutritional value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(12, 84, 8);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 95%. 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WILL.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Windsor Fava Bush Bean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich, Buttery Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic Old World fava taste — creamy, earthy, and satisfying fresh or cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Bush Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e No staking needed — bushy plants fit easily in garden beds, raised beds, and containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95% germination rate — one of the most reliable fava bean varieties available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forgiving of small mistakes with minimal care — ideal for beginner and experienced gardeners alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom \u0026amp; Open-Pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passed down through generations — save seeds year after year for a self-sustaining garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants whose DNA has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun to partial shade — at least 6 hours per day. 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Fava beans fix atmospheric nitrogen naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready in 75–85 days. Harvest pods when beans are plump but still bright green for fresh eating. Allow to dry on the plant for dried beans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safeseedpledge.org\/\" title=\"Seed Integrity Pledge\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions. Usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Shelled:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shell young beans and blanch for 2–3 minutes — slip off the outer skin for a tender, bright green bean perfect for salads and pastas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSautéing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sauté peeled fava beans in olive oil with garlic and fresh herbs for a classic Mediterranean side dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups \u0026amp; Stews:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add to soups, minestrone, and stews for a hearty, protein-rich boost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurée \u0026amp; Dips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend cooked favas with olive oil, lemon, and garlic for a creamy spread similar to hummus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrying \u0026amp; Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow pods to dry fully on the vine, then shell and store dried beans for hearty winter soups and stews.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOrder Windsor Fava Bean Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(246, 19, 19);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today and grow your own fresh Windsor fava beans in your spring and fall gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Applies to harvested fava beans, not seeds. 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