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Green beans are annual and perennial vegetable plants that produce edible beans in pods. The plants grow in the warm-season, from late spring and throughout summer. Main varieties of beans include bush and pole beans. Beans can be eaten fresh, and some varieties can be dried and cooked.
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March1. BuyBuy plants and seeds if available at the garden center or via mail-order.2. Sow SeedsSow seed indoors for planting outside next month once the plant has two sets of true leaves. Use a loose seed-starting mix and plant seed 1-inch deep. Moisten soil well prior to planting and refrain from watering again until seedlings emerge. Place in a sunny window once seedlings germinate.3. Special requirementsBeans are shallow-rooted, so avoid cultivating around the root zone.April1. BuyBuy plants and seeds if available at the garden center or via mail-order.2. PlantPlant in a full-sun location with loose, well-draining soil.3. Sow SeedsSow seed indoors for planting outside after mid-month once the plant has two sets of true leaves. Use a loose seed-starting mix and plant seed 1-inch deep. Moisten soil well prior to planting and refrain from watering again until seedlings emerge. Place in a sunny window once seedlings germinate. Sow seed outdoors in a full-sun location starting mid-month. Plant seed 1-inch deep in a loose, well-draining soil. Moisten the planting area well before planting and then refrain from watering again until seedlings emerge.4. FertilizeFeed once with an all-purpose, organic vegetable fertilizer when plants begin actively growing.5. WaterKeep young bean plants evenly moist but not soggy. Mature bean plants can tolerate some dry conditions but require even moisture when they flower and form pods.6. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for aphids, cucumber beetles and giant whitefly.7. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl aphids by applying a strong spray of water to plants. Repeat once or twice a day until the aphids are gone. Especially heavy infestations of giant whitefly can also be controlled with a strong spray of water. Whiteflies attract a beneficial parasitic wasp that will also destroy them, which is why it's preferable that you don't use any insecticides on the plants, but instead wait for the biological control to do its work. Cucumber beetles do the most damage feeding on young leaves, so cover plants with row cover to keep off the beetles until the plants are more mature.8. TransplantTransplant plants grown indoors last month outdoors in a full-sun location with loose, well-draining soil.9. Special requirementsBeans are shallow-rooted, so avoid cultivating around the root zone.May1. BuyBuy plants and seeds if available at the garden center or via mail-order.2. PlantPlant in a full-sun location with loose, well-draining soil.3. Sow SeedsSow seed outdoors in a full-sun location, planting 1-inch deep in a loose, well-draining soil. Moisten the planting area well before planting and then refrain from watering again until seedlings emerge.4. FertilizeFeed once with an all-purpose, organic vegetable fertilizer when plants begin actively growing. Fertilize a second time when plants start producing pods.5. WaterKeep young bean plants evenly moist but not soggy. Mature bean plants can tolerate some dry conditions but require even moisture when they flower and form pods.6. MulchMulch around the root zone with a 1-inch layer of shredded bark.7. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for aphids, cucumber beetles and giant whitefly.8. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl aphids by applying a strong spray of water to plants. Repeat once or twice a day until the aphids are gone. Especially heavy infestations of giant whitefly can also be controlled with a strong spray of water. Whiteflies attract a beneficial parasitic wasp that will also destroy them, which is why it's preferable that you don't use any insecticides on the plants, but instead wait for the biological control to do its work. Cucumber beetles do the most damage feeding on young leaves, so cover plants with row cover to keep off the beetles until the plants are more mature.9. HarvestPick bean pods when the seed starts to swell slightly and they are bright green. Harvest regularly. Avoid letting the pods mature on the plant, as it will stop bearing.10. Special requirementsBeans are shallow-rooted, so avoid cultivating around the root zone.June1. BuyBuy plants and seeds if available at the garden center or via mail-order.2. PlantPlant in a full-sun location with loose, well-draining soil.3. Sow SeedsSow seed outdoors in a full-sun location, planting 1-inch deep in a loose, well-draining soil. Moisten the planting area well before planting and then refrain from watering again until seedlings emerge.4. FertilizeFeed once with an all-purpose, organic vegetable fertilizer when plants begin actively growing. Fertilize a second time when plants start producing pods.5. WaterKeep young bean plants evenly moist but not soggy. Mature bean plants can tolerate some dry conditions but require even moisture when they flower and form pods.6. MulchMaintain mulch around the root zone with a 1-inch layer of shredded bark.7. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for aphids,. cucumber beetles and giant whitefly.8. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl aphids by applying a strong spray of water to plants. Repeat once or twice a day until the aphids are gone. Especially heavy infestations of giant whitefly can also be controlled with a strong spray of water. Whiteflies attract a beneficial parasitic wasp that will also destroy them, which is why it's preferable that you don't use any insecticides on the plants, but instead wait for the biological control to do its work. Cucumber beetles do the most damage feeding on young leaves, so cover plants with row cover to keep off the beetles until the plants are more mature.9. HarvestPick bean pods when the seed starts to swell slightly and they are bright green. Harvest regularly. Avoid letting the pods mature on the plant, as it will stop bearing.10. Special requirementsBeans are shallow-rooted, so avoid cultivating around the root zone.July1. FertilizeFertilize with an all-purpose vegetable fertilizer when plants start producing pods.2. WaterKeep young bean plants evenly moist but not soggy. Mature bean plants can tolerate some dry conditions but require even moisture when they flower and form pods.3. MulchMaintain mulch around the root zone with a 1-inch layer of shredded bark.4. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for aphids, cucumber beetles and giant whitefly.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl aphids by applying a strong spray of water to plants. Repeat once or twice a day until the aphids are gone. Especially heavy infestations of giant whitefly can also be controlled with a strong spray of water. Whiteflies have a natural predatory parasitic wasp that will also destroy them, which is why it's preferable that you don't use any insecticides on the plants, but instead wait for the biological control to do its work. Cucumber beetles do the most damage feeding on young leaves, so cover plants with row cover to keep off the beetles until the plants are more mature.6. HarvestPick bean pods when the seed starts to swell slightly and they are bright green. Harvest regularly. Avoid letting the pods mature on the plant, as it will stop bearing.7. Special requirementsBeans are shallow-rooted, so avoid cultivating around the root zone.August1. FertilizeFertilize with an all-purpose vegetable fertilizer when plants start producing pods.2. WaterKeep young bean plants evenly moist but not soggy. Mature bean plants can tolerate some dry conditions but require even moisture when they flower and form pods.3. MulchMaintain mulch around the root zone with a 1-inch layer of shredded bark.4. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for aphids, cucumber beetles and giant whitefly.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl aphids by applying a strong spray of water to plants. Repeat once or twice a day until the aphids are gone. Especially heavy infestations of giant whitefly can also be controlled with a strong spray of water. Whiteflies attract a beneficial parasitic wasp that will also destroy them, which is why it's preferable that you don't use any insecticides on the plants, but instead wait for the biological control to do its work. Cucumber beetles do the most damage feeding on young leaves, so cover plants with row cover to keep off the beetles until the plants are more mature.6. HarvestPick bean pods when the seed starts to swell slightly and they are bright green. Harvest regularly. Avoid letting the pods mature on the plant, as it will stop bearing.7. Special requirementsBeans are shallow-rooted, so avoid cultivating around the root zone. -
Buy
When's the best time to buy this plant? When can you buy these from seed (if you can)? When is it usually available? What are things to look for when you're buying it? Or anything other tidbit of information you can share!
March
Buy plants and seeds if available at the garden center or via mail-order.
April
Buy plants and seeds if available at the garden center or via mail-order.
May
Buy plants and seeds if available at the garden center or via mail-order.
June
Buy plants and seeds if available at the garden center or via mail-order.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
April
Plant in a full-sun location with loose, well-draining soil.
May
Plant in a full-sun location with loose, well-draining soil.
June
Plant in a full-sun location with loose, well-draining soil.
Sow Seeds
When can you plant these seeds? When's the best time? Can you start them indoors and move them out? Do they have any special requirements?
March
Sow seed indoors for planting outside next month once the plant has two sets of true leaves. Use a loose seed-starting mix and plant seed 1-inch deep. Moisten soil well prior to planting and refrain from watering again until seedlings emerge. Place in a sunny window once seedlings germinate.
April
Sow seed indoors for planting outside after mid-month once the plant has two sets of true leaves. Use a loose seed-starting mix and plant seed 1-inch deep. Moisten soil well prior to planting and refrain from watering again until seedlings emerge. Place in a sunny window once seedlings germinate.
Sow seed outdoors in a full-sun location starting mid-month. Plant seed 1-inch deep in a loose, well-draining soil. Moisten the planting area well before planting and then refrain from watering again until seedlings emerge.May
Sow seed outdoors in a full-sun location, planting 1-inch deep in a loose, well-draining soil. Moisten the planting area well before planting and then refrain from watering again until seedlings emerge.
June
Sow seed outdoors in a full-sun location, planting 1-inch deep in a loose, well-draining soil. Moisten the planting area well before planting and then refrain from watering again until seedlings emerge.
Fertilize
When should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year?
April
Feed once with an all-purpose, organic vegetable fertilizer when plants begin actively growing.
May
Feed once with an all-purpose, organic vegetable fertilizer when plants begin actively growing. Fertilize a second time when plants start producing pods.
June
Feed once with an all-purpose, organic vegetable fertilizer when plants begin actively growing. Fertilize a second time when plants start producing pods.
July
Fertilize with an all-purpose vegetable fertilizer when plants start producing pods.
August
Fertilize with an all-purpose vegetable fertilizer when plants start producing pods.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
April
Keep young bean plants evenly moist but not soggy. Mature bean plants can tolerate some dry conditions but require even moisture when they flower and form pods.
May
Keep young bean plants evenly moist but not soggy. Mature bean plants can tolerate some dry conditions but require even moisture when they flower and form pods.
June
Keep young bean plants evenly moist but not soggy. Mature bean plants can tolerate some dry conditions but require even moisture when they flower and form pods.
July
Keep young bean plants evenly moist but not soggy. Mature bean plants can tolerate some dry conditions but require even moisture when they flower and form pods.
August
Keep young bean plants evenly moist but not soggy. Mature bean plants can tolerate some dry conditions but require even moisture when they flower and form pods.
Mulch
Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much?
May
Mulch around the root zone with a 1-inch layer of shredded bark.
June
Maintain mulch around the root zone with a 1-inch layer of shredded bark.
July
Maintain mulch around the root zone with a 1-inch layer of shredded bark.
August
Maintain mulch around the root zone with a 1-inch layer of shredded bark.
Pest/Disease Inspection
What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear?
April
Check for aphids, cucumber beetles and giant whitefly.
May
Check for aphids, cucumber beetles and giant whitefly.
June
Check for aphids,. cucumber beetles and giant whitefly.
July
Check for aphids, cucumber beetles and giant whitefly.
August
Check for aphids, cucumber beetles and giant whitefly.
Treat for Pest/Disease
How do you treat the common problems for this plant? What products or concoctions or natural means do you use? Any special requirements?
April
Control aphids by applying a strong spray of water to plants. Repeat once or twice a day until the aphids are gone. Especially heavy infestations of giant whitefly can also be controlled with a strong spray of water. Whiteflies attract a beneficial parasitic wasp that will also destroy them, which is why it's preferable that you don't use any insecticides on the plants, but instead wait for the biological control to do its work. Cucumber beetles do the most damage feeding on young leaves, so cover plants with row cover to keep off the beetles until the plants are more mature.
May
Control aphids by applying a strong spray of water to plants. Repeat once or twice a day until the aphids are gone. Especially heavy infestations of giant whitefly can also be controlled with a strong spray of water. Whiteflies attract a beneficial parasitic wasp that will also destroy them, which is why it's preferable that you don't use any insecticides on the plants, but instead wait for the biological control to do its work. Cucumber beetles do the most damage feeding on young leaves, so cover plants with row cover to keep off the beetles until the plants are more mature.
June
Control aphids by applying a strong spray of water to plants. Repeat once or twice a day until the aphids are gone. Especially heavy infestations of giant whitefly can also be controlled with a strong spray of water. Whiteflies attract a beneficial parasitic wasp that will also destroy them, which is why it's preferable that you don't use any insecticides on the plants, but instead wait for the biological control to do its work. Cucumber beetles do the most damage feeding on young leaves, so cover plants with row cover to keep off the beetles until the plants are more mature.
July
Control aphids by applying a strong spray of water to plants. Repeat once or twice a day until the aphids are gone. Especially heavy infestations of giant whitefly can also be controlled with a strong spray of water. Whiteflies have a natural predatory parasitic wasp that will also destroy them, which is why it's preferable that you don't use any insecticides on the plants, but instead wait for the biological control to do its work. Cucumber beetles do the most damage feeding on young leaves, so cover plants with row cover to keep off the beetles until the plants are more mature.
August
Control aphids by applying a strong spray of water to plants. Repeat once or twice a day until the aphids are gone. Especially heavy infestations of giant whitefly can also be controlled with a strong spray of water. Whiteflies attract a beneficial parasitic wasp that will also destroy them, which is why it's preferable that you don't use any insecticides on the plants, but instead wait for the biological control to do its work. Cucumber beetles do the most damage feeding on young leaves, so cover plants with row cover to keep off the beetles until the plants are more mature.
Transplant
When's the best time to dig up and transplant this from one spot to another? (This is different than planting). Any special requirements?
April
Transplant plants grown indoors last month outdoors in a full-sun location with loose, well-draining soil.
Harvest
When's a good time to harvest this plant? What's the best way to harvest? Are there special requirements or features?
May
Pick bean pods when the seed starts to swell slightly and they are bright green. Harvest regularly. Avoid letting the pods mature on the plant, as it will stop bearing.
June
Pick bean pods when the seed starts to swell slightly and they are bright green. Harvest regularly. Avoid letting the pods mature on the plant, as it will stop bearing.
July
Pick bean pods when the seed starts to swell slightly and they are bright green. Harvest regularly. Avoid letting the pods mature on the plant, as it will stop bearing.
August
Pick bean pods when the seed starts to swell slightly and they are bright green. Harvest regularly. Avoid letting the pods mature on the plant, as it will stop bearing.
Special requirements
Any other requirement for this plant? Is there anything that doesn't fit into the other care categories?
March
Beans are shallow-rooted, so avoid cultivating around the root zone.
April
Beans are shallow-rooted, so avoid cultivating around the root zone.
May
Beans are shallow-rooted, so avoid cultivating around the root zone.
June
Beans are shallow-rooted, so avoid cultivating around the root zone.
July
Beans are shallow-rooted, so avoid cultivating around the root zone.
August
Beans are shallow-rooted, so avoid cultivating around the root zone.
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