Snap beans, also called “green beans” or “string beans” (although most modern varieties do not have strings) are harvested when the pods contain immature seeds, and the pods are still succulent. Types ...

Buddleia is often dismissed as a weedy shrub, spotted growing in cracks by railway tracks or abandoned car lots. But I think we should give more time to this flowering plant. Yes, it is tough and ...

Beans can give, and give, and give right up until the end of the season. It doesn't take much to care for string beans — especially once they're established. In fact, if the plants are healthy, you'll ...

Question: I would like to try growing fava beans but don’t know much about them. I’ve only grown scarlet runner beans in the past. Can you offer some tips? Answer: Sure! Fava beans can be a wonderful ...

Knowing when to harvest green beans is vital for protecting the plant’s health and guaranteeing a good yield of veggies. In fact, when picking beans at the right time, you can also ensure multiple ...

When it's time to purchase seeds for your spring garden, you'll likely be presented with a huge variety to choose from. Even if you're just trying to grow a few bean plants, the selection can be ...

With the first frost quickly approaching in many regions, some gardeners think that fall signals the end of the gardening season. You may be happy to know that it's far from true. What you can plant ...