Bean 'Mombacher Speck'

Phaseolus vulgaris

How to grow Bean 'Mombacher Speck'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

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. 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