Keith (Dorset) wrote:
I don't usually read gardening magazines, but the other day I read Anne
Swithinbank writing about starting broad bean Aquadulce claudia, in 9cm pots
in the greenhouse. I am giving it a go, and for the first time ever, have
steadfastly sowed a couple of dozen there, indoors (!) a few days ago.
When they grow I'll ask her 'round for dinner ;-)
Does anyone here start broad beans under glass?

Never. But the aquadulce is the best for autumn sowing as it's tough
enough for winter. Maybe that's why they're ok to start under glass. I
always feel that, beside leeks and a huge number of flowers that I grow
from seeds, I prefer straight sowing as it gives me stronger plants.