Horse Bean

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Vicia faba var. equina

Genus

Vicia

Family

Fabaceae

Order

Fabales

How to care for Horse Bean

💦 Water

How often to water your Horse Bean

Horse Bean needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Horse Bean in your home

Horse Bean love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Horse Bean does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Horse Bean in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Horse Bean

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Horse Bean: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Horse Bean after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Can I prevent a plant from producing seeds? While I was in Maine I noticed this plant/weed my relatives had growing in their front yard. It was killing their plants but I thought they were pretty so I took some. I knew it was a vetch of some sort and I was right. And when I was reading a little about them when I was watching them up so I could add them to my oasis I noticed that it said that they were “aggressively invasive” and then it said that they spread the through there seeds. Now I go by a rule when propagating, “When in doubt, Quarantine/Separate Out.” Which is my rule that if you have a plant you’re unsure about the species, you plant it in a pot and don’t put it near other plants or the ground. I’ve don’t this in the past but I’ve usually done it with plants that don’t seed. And before I had read this I wanted to put it on my front porch to wrap aroun the pillars. But even if I put it somewhere where the seeds won’t be able to reach the ground I have a LOT of birds and I know that they will probably eat the seeds. They aren’t going to seed right now because they don’t have any flowers so I want to get ahead of it. Worse case scenario I’ll just bring them in during seeding time but it would be amazing and so convenient if I didn’t have to worry about it. Thanks! #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #PropagationStation #PestControl #OutdoorGrowing #vetch #MaineGang

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Horse Bean prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Horse Bean Water Frequency →

Horse Bean Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Horse Bean requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Horse Bean Light Requirements →

Horse Bean Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Horse Bean is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Horse Bean is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

🪴 Soil

Horse Bean does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Horse Bean →

Best Pots for Horse Bean →

When and How to Successfully Repot Horse Bean →

What Are Healthy Horse Bean Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Horse Bean is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize Horse Bean →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Horse Bean can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Horse Bean Temperature Tolerance →

Horse Bean Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Horse Bean →

When to Plant Horse Bean →

How to Plant Horse Bean →

Where to Plant Horse Bean →

Winter Care for Horse Bean →

Best Companion Plants for Horse Bean →

Is Horse Bean a Weed? →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Horse Bean, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.