Planting and Growing Guide for Bush (Dwarf) Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Description
Generally bush or dwarf beans are sown in parallel rows, but they can be spread out to cover a rectangular area. Plant the beans fairly close together to help the plants support each other and to help shade out weeds. For a continuous yield of fresh beans for the kitchen, plant seed in small batches when the previously planted beans start to flower. Protect well against snails and slugs as these pests will destroy the plants and the young beans.
Planting Guide
Seed Depth: Sow seed directly in the soil at a depth about 1 cm (1/2 inch), about 3 times the diameter of the seed.
Space between plants: 5-10 cm apart apart (4 inches) apart
Harvest Time: First harvest in 8-10 weeks. Pick continuously to encourage more flowers
Hints:
- Keep well watered, add mulch around the plants
- Pick regularly to encourage new flowers to develop
- Feed regularly with fertiliser pellets or liquid fetilisers
- There are many varieties available.
- Beans freeze well after blanching and cooling.
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