Now is the time to be thinking about this year’s crop of climbing beans. Beans grow very well in city gardens, from containers or in soil beds. They make good use of vertical space and by mixing varieties will provide a steady weekly crop over the summer months. They are low maintenance and attractive in …Read More about Planting out beans
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Repotting first beans
This is the time of year to start beans indoors. These beans were started in the boxes about 10 days ago and are now ready for moving to individual pots. It will be a while before they go outdoors but in the first instance they require separating to stop their roots from tangling up. Recycled …Read More about Repotting first beans
Early beans: Starting broad beans
Broad beans are considered winter beans because they grow best in cool weather and dislike summer heat. These fast growing beans can be planted in the autumn to over-winter for an early summer harvest or in early spring (February/March) for a summer crop. They grow well in soil or in containers. Broad beans are easy …Read More about Early beans: Starting broad beans
Growing beans gallery
Beans are fun to grow, tasty and a great choice for novice, expert and children gardeners. They are the ideal city garden plant as they require little space, grow well from containers and maximise the use of vertical space available. Beans are an excellent crop for improving soil and increasing the available nitrogen. When the …Read More about Growing beans gallery
First beans
The first beans of the season have appeared. Having survived the invasion of slugs the gardener can expect a regular supply of beans between now and October. Having a range of bean varieties in the garden means a good mix of beans for the summer. Following the flowers the beans form in small clusters and …Read More about First beans