Beans (French) Growing Guide

Phaseolus vulgaris

Crop Rotation Group

Legumes (Pea and Bean family) ●

Soil

Rich soil, well-drained with plenty of organic matter to retain moisture.

Position

Sunny, not exposed or windy.

Frost tolerant

No.

Feeding

Rarely required.

Spacing

Single Plants: 25cm (9") each way (minimum)
Rows: 15cm (5") with 35cm (1' 1") row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Sow directly in the garden.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

Strong supports needed for climbing varieties. Supply plenty of water to the roots from flowering through to harvest.

Harvesting

Regular picking encourages more growth

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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Pests which Affect Beans (French)

Aphid, Black Bean

Aphids (General)

Capsid Bug

Cutworm

Slug

Snail

Plant Diseases which Affect Beans (French)

Bean Mosaic Virus

Bean Powdery Mildew

Bean Root Rot

Bean Rust

Bean White Mould