30-08-2016, 12:43 PM
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Re: Good morning Tuesday
Originally Posted by Barry
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Yes Meg 
I tried a new variety this year called Firestorm and we haven't been impressed, although they've not been a complete disaster and like you we distribute the surplus to the neighbours and family. Next year though I will go back to my all time favourite variety called Midnight, better the devil you know sometimes... 
http://www.marshalls-seeds.co.uk/run...4.html#reviews
...for flavour and it is a good cropper too. Everyone I have given them to says they taste like beans used to taste. They are sweet and tender
30-08-2016, 03:02 PM
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Re: Good morning Tuesday
Originally Posted by Barry
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Yes Meg I tried a new variety this year called Firestorm and we haven't been impressed, although they've not been a complete disaster and like you we distribute the surplus to the neighbours and family. Next year though I will go back to my all time favourite variety called Midnight, better the devil you know sometimes...
I agree Barry, I tried them a year or two ago and wouldn't buy them again. Not so many beans, shorter cropping time, and generally not so good.
I think Painted Lady used to be a nice one, but haven't grown it for a while.
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