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Bean 'Mombacher Speck'

Phaseolus vulgaris

Mombacher Speck is a variety of Bean which is a member of the Phaseolus family. Its botanical name is Phaseolus vulgaris 'Mombacher Speck'. Mombacher Speck grows as an Annual and is a Vegetable. Being an Annual, it tends to grow best over the course of a single year. Mombacher Speck normally grows to a max height of 1.30 feet (40.0 cm metric).

Mexico is believed to be where Mombacher Speck originates from.

Mombacher Speck Bean is normally fairly low maintenance and quite easy to grow, as long as a level of basic care is provided throughout the year. Being aware of the basic soil, sun and water preferences will result in a happier and healthier plant.

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How to grow Bean 'Mombacher Speck'

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Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Mombacher Speck is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to ensure that temperatures are mild before moving outdoors. Use USDA Hardiness Zone 5 - 13 as your guideline for the appropriate climate for this plant. Mombacher Speck needs a soil ph of 6.0 to 6.8 (weakly acidic soil).

Growing Mombacher Speck from seed

Aim to sow 1.95 inches (5.0 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 3.9 inches (10.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 16°C / 61°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Mombacher Speck about 14 days after your last frost date.

Transplanting Mombacher Speck

Mombacher Speck is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Mombacher Speck

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