Vicia faba 'Wizard'PBR — Climbing | Fenn

Overview

Vicia faba 'Wizard'PBR is a climbing annual biennial in the genus Vicia, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Vicia faba 'Wizard'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include ground cover and wildlife gardens.

About

Vicia faba 'Wizard' PBR is a climbing annual or biennial cultivar within the Vicia genus, known for its deciduous foliage and pea-like flowers. It thrives in full sun on well-drained, neutral loam soils, ideally in a sheltered, south-facing aspect. Suitable for use as ground cover or in wildlife gardens, this cultivar prefers fertile soil and can tolerate roots in shade. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and is best propagated by seed or division, with its season of interest spanning spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Vicia

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H6

Plant details

Vicia faba 'Wizard'PBR size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Annual Biennial
Habit: Climbing
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Ground cover, wildlife gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Vicia faba 'Wizard'PBR

Propagation: Seed, division
Pest resistance: Moderate
Disease resistance: Moderate

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Vicia faba 'Wizard'PBR?

Vicia faba 'Wizard'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Vicia faba 'Wizard'PBR need?

Vicia faba 'Wizard'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Vicia faba 'Wizard'PBR hardy in the UK?

Vicia faba 'Wizard'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.

How do I propagate Vicia faba 'Wizard'PBR?

Seed, division.

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