What are the options for growing runner beans?
Runner beans are either sown directly in the bed or pre-germinated on the warm windowsill from May and planted in the bed from May.
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- Runner beans are now harvested
What are the location requirements for runner beans?
Sunny, warm and sheltered from the wind - this is how the runner bean likes it. Hedges and areas protected by house walls provide wind protection.
Which substrate do runner beans prefer?
A soil rich in humus is ideal, which is dug up deeply before cultivation. To provide nutrients, the soil is fertilized with compost before sowing. When sowing, the soil should be at least 10 degrees Celsius and not soaked.
When are runner beans sown?
Runner beans love it warm. That is why sowing is not carried out until after the ice saints, around mid-May. Since they only need ten weeks to mature, the last runner beans can be sown until the end of July.
What distance must be kept when sowing or planting?
Runner beans are sown directly around the trellis. To do this, put six to eight seeds in a circle. Keep a distance of 40 - 50 cm between the trellises.
Good and bad neighbors
- good neighbors: cucumbers, cabbage, radishes, spinach, zucchini, lettuce, celery
- bad neighbors: onions, leeks, garlic, peas
How helpful are pre-germination and pulling out?
Both give the runner beans a growth advantage and make them less sensitive to diseases and pests. For pre-germination, use small containers with soil or cotton wool on the warm window sill. Cold frames and greenhouses are suitable for moving forward.
When is harvest time?
The runner bean harvest begins at the end of July. Regular picking stimulates the plant to sprout again, so that the harvest extends over a few weeks.
Tips & Tricks
With the formation of the first leaves and flowers, it is necessary to water regularly. The runner bean reacts by shedding the flowers and leaves, especially during long periods of drought and heat.
