Sow and Grow Beans

Sow and Grow Beans

Here are my tips for sowing and growing pole and bush beans (not Fava Beans): Outdoor Sowing Tips:   Soak the seeds for about 6 hours to speed up germination and/or wrap the seeds in a damp paper towel and put them in a ziplock overnight. Sow the seeds about 1 inch deep when the […]

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: The following snap beans have colorful pods: The following are French filet snap beans: […]

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 […]