Green Beans Vegetable Seeds Packet

1. Culinary Uses:

• Green beans can be steamed, boiled, stir-fried, roasted, or eaten raw.
• Commonly used in salads, soups, and casseroles.
• Can be pickled or frozen for long-term storage.

2. Companion Planting:

• Green beans grow well with carrots, cucumbers, corn, and marigolds.
• Avoid planting near onions or garlic, as they can stunt growth.

3. Soil Enrichment:

• Green beans are nitrogen-fixers, meaning they improve soil quality by adding nitrogen, benefiting nearby plants.

Light:

• Requires full sun (6-8 hours daily) for optimal growth.

Soil:

• Prefers well-draining, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
• Adding compost or organic matter improves nutrient content.

Watering:

• Needs regular watering, about 1 inch per week.
• Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases.

Temperature & Climate:

• Thrives in temperatures between 70-85°F (21-29°C).
• Cannot tolerate frost or prolonged cold temperatures.

Fertilization:

• Does not require heavy fertilization since beans fix nitrogen in the soil.
• A light application of a low-nitrogen fertilizer can improve yields.

Watering:

• Keep soil evenly moist, especially when flowers and pods begin to form.
• Water at the base to avoid fungal diseases like powdery mildew.

Weed Control:

• Mulch around plants to suppress weeds and retain soil moisture.
• Hand-pull weeds carefully to avoid disturbing shallow roots.

Pruning & Support:

• Bush beans require little maintenance beyond regular harvesting.
• Pole beans benefit from trellises or stakes to prevent tangled vines.

Harvesting and Seed Collection

1. When to Harvest:

• Harvest beans 50-65 days after planting, when pods are firm and crisp.
• Pick regularly to encourage continuous production.

2. Collecting Seeds for Future Planting:

• Leave some pods on the plant to fully mature and dry out.
• Once pods turn brown and brittle, collect seeds and store them in a cool, dry place.

• Common Pests: Aphids, spider mites, and bean beetles.
  Use floating row covers and hand-pick beetles to manage infestations.
• Common Diseases: Powdery mildew, rust, and bacterial blight.
  Improve air circulation and apply organic fungicides if needed.