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.
About the genus
Vicia is a genus of over 240 species of flowering plants that are part of the legume family (Fabaceae), and which are commonly known as vetches. Vicia species are native to Eurasia, Africa, and the Americas.
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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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