Beans are an easy-to-grow crop that provides high yields in a short time. Here’s a guide to growing beans:
1. Choosing Varieties
- Select bush beans or pole beans depending on your garden space and preferences.
2. Preparing the Soil
- Beans prefer loose, well-drained soil with a neutral pH.
- Enrich the soil with compost but avoid over-fertilizing, as beans fix their own nitrogen.
3. Planting
- Sow seeds directly in the garden after the last frost.
- Plant seeds 1 inch deep and 2-3 inches apart for bush beans or 4-6 inches apart for pole beans.
4. Watering and Mulching
- Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist.
- Use mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
5. Harvesting
- Pick beans regularly to encourage continuous production.
- Harvest when beans are tender and firm but before seeds begin to bulge.