Planting and Growing Guide for Climbing Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris, Phaseolus coccineus)
Description
Climbing beans require support which can take many forms: trellis, stakes, string strung between garden stakes, fences and even up trees or branches cut from trees and shrubs. Beans grow best in relatively rich soil soil that are well-drained but with lots organic matter to retain moisture and feed the growing plants.
Planting Guide
Seed Depth: Sow seed directly in the garden at a depth about 1 cm (1/2 inch), about 3 times the diameter of the seed.
Space between plants: 15-20 cm apart apart (9 inches) apart
Harvest Time: First harvest in 9-11 weeks, but then, pick continuously
Hints:
- Keep well watered and feed regularly
- Pick regularly to encourage new flowers
- Protect from snails and slugs
- There are many varieties to choose from that have various tastes and textures.
- Use young raw beans in salads. Blanch and cool before freezing.
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