bean (broad) 'Robin Hood'

Does best in a sunny, sheltered position with fertile, moist but well-drained soil, though most soils will produce an adequate crop. Sow in February in pots in a cold greenhouse or in March/Apr outdoors. This dwarf cultivar is ideal for container growing or for smaller gardens. See the RHS A-Z guide to vegetable cultivation for more detailed advice

Picking off the tender tips of the shoots can delay and reduce infestation by black bean aphid, and also improve the yield

May be susceptible to pea and bean weevil and black bean aphid. Stored seed may be susceptible to broad bean seed beetle

May be susceptible to broad bean rust and broad bean chocolate spot