Puy Lentil

Lens culinaris (Puy)

vegetable

About

French dark green lentil from Le Puy region. Holds shape when cooked. Premium quality. Authentic version has French AOP protection.

Pests & beneficial insects

🐛 Prone to: Aphids, Thrips.

Attract Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybirds, Parasitic wasps, Minute pirate bugs to keep them in check — plant African Marigold, Angelica and Anise nearby.

Sun: Full Sun
Water: Low
Spacing

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Soil notes

Well-draining, sandy, alkaline

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