Versatile and hardy in the kitchen and the garden, beans are excellent crops for home gardeners. They are highly adaptable, fast growing, and store for long periods of time with very little work. Though small in size, they are highly nutritious. These legumes are one of the oldest foods on the planet. At least one type of bean originates from every continent, excluding Antarctica.
Plant Details: Some varieties grow on bushes, while others grow on vines. Beans are generally divided into 3 categories: snap, shell, and dry. Beans are not always green; some varieties are yellow, purple, red, and multi-colored. There is no need to worry about genetic contamination because beans are self-pollinating. Fertilization occurs before the flowers open.
Beans contain symbiotic bacteria that metabolize nitrogen into the soil, fertilizing themselves along with neighboring plants. After harvest, the plants make great compost for next year’s crops.
Growing Conditions: Beans are annuals that grow best in warm weather (70-80 degrees F / 21-26 degrees C) with exposure to full sunlight in well-watered, well-drained soil. The best time to plant is 1 week after the last spring frost.
Days to Maturity: Beans range between 40 and 90 days to mature, depending on the type and variety. The seeds save for up to 5 years.
Nutrition: Beans contain Protein, Fiber, and Vitamins A, C, and B.
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Plant Details: Some varieties grow on bushes, while others grow on vines. Beans are generally divided into 3 categories: snap, shell, and dry. Beans are not always green; some varieties are yellow, purple, red, and multi-colored. There is no need to worry about genetic contamination because beans are self-pollinating. Fertilization occurs before the flowers open.
Beans contain symbiotic bacteria that metabolize nitrogen into the soil, fertilizing themselves along with neighboring plants. After harvest, the plants make great compost for next year’s crops.
Growing Conditions: Beans are annuals that grow best in warm weather (70-80 degrees F / 21-26 degrees C) with exposure to full sunlight in well-watered, well-drained soil. The best time to plant is 1 week after the last spring frost.
Days to Maturity: Beans range between 40 and 90 days to mature, depending on the type and variety. The seeds save for up to 5 years.
Nutrition: Beans contain Protein, Fiber, and Vitamins A, C, and B.
For planting tips go to:
http://gardennaturallynow.com/files/beans.htm
For Zone Planting Charts go to:
http://gardennaturallynow.com/files/zones.htm
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