Beans are an incredibly productive and versatile home garden crop: filling, protein-rich and vitamin-filled. In fact, some ...

At the end of April sow a single bean seed, 4cm (1.5in ... Most should bear pods from July and cropping of all types can continue until the first frosts, or longer if plants are protected.

Although many different varieties of beans can be used to grow bean sprouts ... They grow easily from seed, as long as you have a closed container and a safe place to keep them away from light.

Pulse growers will have more choice next year, with 14 new pea and bean varieties making their debut on the updated variety lists, offering higher yields ...