Snap Bean Seed Ideas

Seed Ideas for Snap Beans

While I recently shared some seed ideas for shell and dried beans, I updated the choices for snap beans. I think the best selections are with Botanical Interests, Renee’s Garden and Rare Seeds. Seed Ideas: The following are common “green” beans: Blue Lake (pole or bush) – this is one of classic green bean varieties. […]

Types of Beans

Types of Beans

Just like peas, there are different types of beans.  Types of Beans: When talking types of beans, consider what stage you want to eat them. Snap Beans – The beans and pods are edible.  They typically mature quickly.  The most famous type of snap bean is the green bean. Shell Beans –   The beans are shelled […]

Bean Varieties

Pinto Beans

Pinto beans are a go-to bean for Mexican dishes. Features: 1) Pinto beans are half-runner plants.  The bush part of the plant will grow up to 20 inches tall.  Also, the plant will also send off a vine (a runner).  If you plant them near a fence or a trellis, you will get more beans […]